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Plural
pedigrees
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the recorded ancestry or lineage of individuals, typically in the context of their descendants tracing back to a common ancestor
- Her family has a long and respected pedigree in the community.
- He comes from a pedigree of doctors, with several generations practicing medicine.
- In politics, his pedigree is well-regarded, coming from a family of distinguished politicians.
- Jane proudly displayed the pedigree chart, highlighting her diverse family heritage.
- Coming from a pedigree of athletes, he excels in various sports.
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the recorded lineage or ancestry of a purebred animal, used to verify its breeding
- The puppy came with a full pedigree tracing back five generations.
- Breeders maintain detailed pedigrees for each horse.
- Pedigrees are essential for registering show animals.
- The certificate confirmed the cat's pedigree.
- She studied the rabbit's pedigree to ensure it met breeding standards.
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an animal that is officially recognized as purebred
- The farm raised a prize-winning pedigree.
- Only pedigrees were allowed in the dog show.
- The breeder sold several pedigrees last week.
- Pedigrees command higher prices at auctions.
- Pedigrees are often more predictable in traits.