pedigree
word
Definition
A record of the family history or ancestors of an animal, especially a purebred, or an established background of a person or thing that shows its quality or heritage.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used with animals (especially dogs, horses) to prove pure breeding; also used figuratively to describe a person's background, status, or quality ('academic pedigree'). More formal in personal contexts, informal with animals. 'Of good pedigree' means high quality.
Spanish: pedigrí - linajePortuguese (BR): pedigree - linhagemPortuguese (PT): pedigree - linhagemChinese (Simplified): 血统 - 家谱Chinese (Traditional): 血統 - 家譜Hindi: वंशावली - वंशArabic: سلالة - نسب
Example Sentences
This dog has a champion pedigree.
basic
Can you show me the cat's pedigree?
basic
His pedigree impressed the judges.
basic
She comes from a long pedigree of musicians.
natural
The company boasts an impressive pedigree in technology.
natural
Despite his humble beginnings, his academic pedigree is outstanding.
natural