genealogy
Translation
genealogy, family history, ancestry
Examples
He is interested in his family's genealogy.
He is interested in his family's genealogy.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) genealogy someone's family history She researched her genealogy online.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ancestry, lineage, family tree
Etymology
From Greek 'genea' (race, generation) + 'logos' (study). The study of generations.
Memory Tips
It's the 'study' (-logy) of 'genes' or family lines.