What is another word for pedigrees?

Pronunciation: [pˈɛdɪɡɹˌiːz] (IPA)

Pedigrees refer to the familial lineages of individuals and are often used to trace the ancestry of a particular family or individual. Synonyms for pedigrees include genealogies, family trees, ancestral charts, bloodlines, and lineages. These terms are often used interchangeably and refer to the same concept of tracing one's family history and ancestry. The study of pedigrees has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly as people seek to learn more about their genetic makeup and heritage. No matter the term used, pedigrees remain an essential tool in understanding one's family history and roots.

Usage examples for Pedigrees

Charles Carnegie, M.P., who is not only a good judge, but knows the pedigrees of the different polled herds better than any other man.
"Cattle and Cattle-breeders"
William M'Combie
In getting the pedigrees of these last two bulls straightened out, I made four trips to Kentland.
"Epistles-from-Pap-Letters-from-the-man-known-as-The-Will-Rogers-of-Indiana"
Durham, Andrew Everett
I knew the old fellow had had a good breakfast, and that he had no doubt spliced me up a pair of pedigrees of some sort or other.
"Epistles-from-Pap-Letters-from-the-man-known-as-The-Will-Rogers-of-Indiana"
Durham, Andrew Everett

Famous quotes with Pedigrees

  • What is the use of your pedigrees?
    Juvenal
  • I am always sorry when any language is lost, because languages are the pedigrees of nations.
    Samuel Johnson
  • 'And so they've killed our Ferdinand,' said the charwoman to Mr Å vejk, who had left military service years before, after having been finally certified by an army medical board as an imbecile, and now lived by selling dogs — ugly, mongrel monstrosities whose pedigrees he forged.
    Jaroslav Hašek

Related words: pedigree dog, pedigree puppies, akc registered pedigrees, akc pedigrees, golden retriever pedigrees, spitz pedigree, cockapoo pedigree

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