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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| factotum | a person having many diverse activities or responsibilities |
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| ossify | to change into bone |
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| smart | having or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent |
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| subsidiary | furnishing aid or support : auxiliary |
| determinate | having defined limits |
| tedium | the quality or state of being tedious : tediousness |