Genealogy Meaning in English
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Definition
The study or history of families and the lines of descent, showing how people are related to their ancestors.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal or academic, used when talking about family history or ancestry. Common collocations: 'genealogy research', 'family genealogy', 'trace genealogy'. Not the same as 'genetics' (scientific study of DNA).
Example Sentences
She studied her family's genealogy to learn more about her ancestors.
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A genealogy chart shows the relationships between family members over generations.
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He has a hobby of researching genealogy online.
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I'm fascinated by genealogy—you never know what interesting relatives you'll discover.
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After months of genealogy research, we finally found our great-grandfather's village.
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More people are getting interested in genealogy thanks to DNA testing.
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