genealogy
1 of 1noun/ˌdʒiniˈɑlədʒi/
Forms:genealogies
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the study of family lineages and the history of descent
C2Learn more on Wikipedia- Thanks to advancements in technology and online databases, conducting genealogy research has become more accessible to individuals interested in their family history.
- The study of genealogy provides a way to explore one's roots and understand the cultural and historical context in which our ancestors lived.
- Genealogy websites and DNA tests have become popular tools for individuals interested in exploring their family history.
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the lineage or ancestry of a person, tracing their familial relationships and connections through multiple generations
C2- I discovered fascinating details about my ancestors while researching my genealogy.
- Our family reunion featured discussions about our shared genealogy.
- We added the newest member of the family to our genealogy chart after their birth.
- The genealogy project at school encouraged students to explore their family history.
- The genealogy chart displayed our family's lineage dating back several centuries.
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