Definitions

1. noun

A person’s or family’s origin and descent, especially as indicated by their family tree or genealogy.

“She was proud of her ancestry and the cultural heritage that came with it.”

2. noun

A person’s origin or background, especially if it is considered to be of a particular type or quality.

“He came from a humble ancestry and was determined to make a better life for himself.”

3. noun

A line of descent or a family tree, especially a long one.

“The company’s ancestry dated back to the 19th century, when it was founded by a group of entrepreneurs.”

4. verb

To have or be of a particular origin or ancestry.

“She was descended from a long line of artists and therefore ancestry was in her blood.”