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Meaning of lineages
The primary meaning of "lineages" refers to a series of descendants or ancestors, or a line of descent.
Etymology of lineages
The word "lineages" originates from the Old French word "ligneage," which is derived from "ligne," meaning "line," and the suffix "-age," which forms a noun indicating a group or collection
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a line of descent or a series of ancestors
Synonyms
ancestry
descent
heritage
pedigree
lineage
family
tribe
clan
dynasty
house
progeny
offspring
descendants
succession
genealogy
roots
origins
forebears
progenitors
ancestors
antecedents
precursors
predecessors
heirs
inheritors
successors
bloodlines
kinship
affinity
consanguinity
relationship
kindred
stock
breed
strain
extraction
derivation
Definitions
- A series of descendants or ancestors, especially of a particular family or group
- * A line of descent, especially one showing a pure or unbroken pedigree
- * A group of people who share a common ancestor or ancestry
Usage Examples
- The company's lineages date back to the early 20th century, with a long history of family ownership
- * The researcher spent years tracing the lineages of the ancient tribe, using DNA analysis and historical records
- * The royal family's lineages are well-documented, with a clear line of succession stretching back centuries