ancestor — a person from whom one is descended, especially if more remote than a grandparent; a forefather
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person from whom one is descended, especially if more remote than a grandparent; a forefather
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæn.ses.tər/
Korean meaning: 조상, 선조 (특히 증조부모보다 먼 세대)
Korean pronunciation: **앤**세스터
Example Sentences
- My ancestor was apparently a pirate, which explains why I'm so good at finding buried treasure... in my couch cushions.
- DNA testing revealed that we share a common ancestor from 1,000 years ago.
- The museum displays artifacts from our ancestors who lived in this region centuries ago.
ancestor
NOUN//ˈæn.ses.tər//
a person from whom one is descended, especially if more remote than a grandparent; a forefather
Grandmother shows child their ancestor portraits on the family tree
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Origin
From Latin 'antecessor' meaning 'one who goes before,' derived from 'ante' (before) and 'cedere' (to go or yield). The word entered Middle English through Old French 'ancestre.'
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“My ancestor was apparently a pirate, which explains why I'm so good at finding buried treasure... in my couch cushions.”
“DNA testing revealed that we share a common ancestor from 1,000 years ago.”
“The museum displays artifacts from our ancestors who lived in this region centuries ago.”
“According to family legend, my ancestor once arm-wrestled a bear and won, though I suspect he just couldn't find anyone else to impress at the tavern.”
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