parentage

noun

ˈper-ən-tij How to pronounce parentage (audio)
Definition of parentagenext
as in ancestry
the line of ancestors from whom a person is descended the new teacher was of English parentage

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Recent Examples of parentage The fact that the series ends with Natalie’s parentage still unresolved feels like a real conversation-starter. — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 31 July 2026 In its place, the Reconstruction Congress adopted the broad view of citizenship based on the place of birth, not parentage, that had been part of English law for centuries. — Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 The pair also urged the clinic to disclose any discrepancies in parentage. — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026 Yoxall is a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta and of Métis and settler parentage. — Literary Hub, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for parentage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for parentage
  1. ancestry
  2. lineage
  3. origin
  4. pedigree
  5. breeding
Noun
  • Three years later, Harvard is still giving another group a preference based on ancestry.
    — Jayson Weingarten, Fortune, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Theroux’s Canadian odyssey begins on a personal note, with a history of his French Canadian ancestry.
    — Heller McAlpin, Christian Science Monitor, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of ancestry
Noun
  • Better lineage improves simulation quality, which produces better model behavior, which generates better outcomes and richer feedback, strengthening governance by exposing the gaps previous cycles missed.
    — Richard Clough, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The clean, minimalist versions in the Philo lineage, think wool, clean seams, no hardware noise, are the ones that will age into wardrobe staples.
    — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of lineage
Noun
  • Its origin is as a thalassotherapy spa, and indeed the jet sprays and salt water baths with water straight from the Mediterranean are both invigorating and restorative.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • In 2024, the sound of camel bells across the desert led visitors back to the Yellow River basin, introducing Songmont’s origins and roots.
    — Footwear News, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of origin
Noun
  • Despite the talent and Dykes’ pedigree, the reality is that the hiring of offensive coordinator Gordon Sammis to replace Kendal Briles has been a dud.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Oct. 2026
  • That gives the shape a credible, slow-build pedigree rather than a viral origin story.
    — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of pedigree
Noun
  • Belugas are worth millions of dollars for their public entertainment and breeding value.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2026
  • To the surprise of many, the species was recently found breeding as far north as the UK.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of breeding

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“Parentage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parentage. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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