genealogy
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The study of a person's or family's ancestry and history.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
ancestry
lineage
Usage notes
"Genealogy" is countable when it refers to a specific family tree, as in "her genealogy includes three countries".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She traced her _____ back to a small village in Ireland."
Answer: genealogy
In your own words, what does "genealogy" mean?
The study of a person's or family's ancestry and history.
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