Bloodline: meaning, definitions and examples

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bloodline

 

[ หˆblสŒdlaษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

family lineage

Bloodline refers to the direct descent or lineage of an individual, particularly in relation to their ancestors. It often indicates a connection to a specific heritage or genetic lineage, which can be important in various contexts, such as social status, inheritance, or breeding. In many cultures, bloodlines are revered for their historical significance and the prestige they may confer. It is often used in discussions regarding familial ties, genealogy, and even in royal lines.

Synonyms

ancestry, descent, heritage, lineage, stock.

Examples of usage

  • She was proud of her noble bloodline.
  • The dogโ€™s bloodline was traced back to championship winners.
  • Tracing one's bloodline can reveal surprising connections.
  • His bloodline includes several famous historical figures.

Translations

Translations of the word "bloodline" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น linhagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเค•เฅเคค เคฐเฅ‡เค–เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Blutlinie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ garis keturunan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะพะฒะฝะฐ ะปั–ะฝั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ linia krwi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ก€็ตฑ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lignรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lรญnea de sangre

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kan baฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜ˆํ†ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณู„ุงู„ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rodokmen

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krvnรก lรญnia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ก€็ปŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kynn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะฝ ั‚ะตะณั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ˜แƒกแƒฎแƒšแƒ˜แƒก แƒฎแƒแƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qan xษ™tti

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lรญnea de sangre

Etymology

The term 'bloodline' has its roots in the Old English word 'blลd', which means 'blood'. The connection of blood to lineage and descent is an ancient concept, firmly embedded in many cultures worldwide. It conveys not only biological kinship but also social and historical ties. The lineage aspect connects to the word 'line', which is derived from the Latin 'linea', meaning 'line, thread'. Over time, the combination of these concepts formed the modern understanding of 'bloodline', signifying a direct descent that can be traced back through generations. It reflects not just genetic connections but often entails a legacy and certain values or traits passed down through family or lineage, highlighting the importance of ancestry.