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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lineage

/ˈlaɪniɪdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does lineage mean?

noun

The descent of a person, family, or group from an ancestor or ancestors; a series of ancestors or descendants. A line of descent or ancestry.

Example

"The family's lineage was traced back to a noble knight."

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