GRE Word List

LINEAGE

descent in a line from a common progenitor

The meaning of the word lineage is descent in a line from a common progenitor.

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compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
blanchto take the color out of
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decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
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squashto press or beat into a pulp or a flat mass : crush
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