family tree

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Family Tree

Definition: A "family tree" is a diagram that shows the relationships between different members of a family across generations. It helps to illustrate who is related to whom, including parents, children, grandparents, and so on.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "family tree" in both casual conversation and formal writing, especially when discussing genealogy (the study of family history).
• When you create a family tree, you start with yourself and then add your parents, grandparents, etc.

Example:

• "I created a family tree for my school project to show my ancestry."

Advanced Usage:

• In discussions about genealogy, someone might say, "I traced my family tree back to the 18th century, discovering many interesting ancestors."

Word Variants:

• Family (noun): A group of individuals related by blood or marriage.
• Tree (noun): A plant with a trunk that supports branches and leaves.

Different Meanings:

• "Tree" can also refer to the plant itself, not just in the context of a family tree. For example, "The oak tree in my backyard is very old."

Synonyms:

• Ancestry chart
• Genealogical chart
• Pedigree (more formal, often used for animals)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "family tree," but you might hear phrases like:
  • "Break the family mold" - meaning to do something different from what your family usually does.
  • "Family ties" - refers to the strong bonds and connections between family members.

Summary:

In summary, a "family tree" is a useful tool for visualizing and understanding your family's lineage.

Academic

Noun

1. successive generations of kin

Synonyms

• genealogy