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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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facilitateto make easier : help bring about
singularof or relating to a separate person or thing : individual
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
ventralof or relating to the belly : abdominal
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
drollhaving a humorous, whimsical, or odd quality
engrossto copy or write in a large hand
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required
pell-mellin mingled confusion or disorder