Definitions

1. noun

The fact or condition of being a parent, or the ancestry or descent of a person.

“She was proud to share her family’s parentage with her colleagues at work.”

2. noun

A person’s or family’s ancestry or descent, especially one that is considered to be of high social status or prestige.

“The royal parentage of the new queen was a topic of much debate among historians.”

3. noun

A person’s or family’s origin or birthplace.

“The immigrant’s parentage was a subject of curiosity for her new colleagues.”

4. noun

The state of being a parent, especially of a child or children.

“The single mother’s parentage was a source of strength and resilience for her.”