lineage
Translation
lineage, ancestry, descent
Examples
He can trace his lineage back to the 16th century.
He can trace his lineage back to the 16th century.
This is a dog with a noble lineage.
This is a dog with a noble lineage.
Grammar Patterns
trace (one's) lineage back to ((sth.)) to follow the history of one's family to (sth.) He traces his lineage back to royalty.
a lineage of ((sb.)) a family line of (sb.) a lineage of famous artists
Similar Words
Synonyms: ancestry, pedigree, descent, parentage
Etymology
From 'line' + '-age' (a suffix denoting collection or condition). It literally means a 'line' of ancestors.
Memory Tips
Think of a family tree, which is made of 'lines' connecting generations. You can also remember it as 'line' + 'age' (over the ages).