To dispose of family heirlooms or valuable possessions, typically to raise money or pay debts.
To sacrifice or give up something valued or emblematic of a family's heritage or dignity for short-term gain.
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British Englishgeneralfigurativepejorative
To betray or compromise an institution, tradition, or long-standing interest by selling off, dismantling, or relinquishing prized assets or principles.