Meaning & use
pedigree
The recorded ancestry of a person or animal, especially one showing distinguished or purebred lineage.
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The show dog's pedigree traced back five generations of championship winners.
Her family's pedigree included several notable scientists and diplomats.
A note on using this word
Often used for purebred animals but can also describe a person's impressive background or a company's history.
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