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Lineage

LIH-nee-uhj

/ˈlɪniːʌdʒ/

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lineage

Dictionary meaning

Inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline.

Examples

  • The ruler's entire lineage has been warriors.
  • My lineage was 50 cents per line written.

Synonyms: derivation

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