family tree
A "family tree" is a visual tool used to map out the relationships and lineage of a family across multiple generations.
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Definition
B2Genealogy
(general)A chart that shows the relationships between different members of a family, often spanning multiple generations.
Example
- She created a family tree to trace her ancestors back to the 18th century.
C1History
(academic)A diagram illustrating the lineage and descent of a family, highlighting ancestral connections.
Example
- Historians used the family tree to understand the royal lineage.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "family tree":
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