linage

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noun (1)

lin·​age ˈlī-nij 

variants or less commonly lineage

: the number of lines of printed or written matter

lineage

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noun (2)

lin·​e·​age ˈli-nē-ij 

also ˈli-nij

1

a

: descent in a line from a common progenitor

b

: derivation

… the brand's lineage as a leather goods company.

—Colleen Barry

2

: a group of individuals tracing descent from a common ancestor

especially : such a group of persons whose common ancestor is regarded as its founder

lineage

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noun (3)

line·​age

less common spelling of linage

: the number of lines of printed or written matter

Synonyms of linage

Noun (2)

• ancestry
• pedigree
• origin
• genealogy
• breeding

Examples of linage in a Sentence

Noun (2)

his Italian lineage was very important to him

it is now generally accepted that the lineage of Thomas Jefferson includes black as well as white members

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

To Le, though, movements work less like a switch being flipped than a lineage passed from one struggle to another. — Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026

The researchers have shared their findings with the IUCN, whose upcoming review will assess the five lineages separately. — CNN Money, 17 Sep. 2026

Now, after a stealthy black spin on the sneaker and a chrome-like Metallic Silver, the Nike First Sight Shadow is further leaning into its Foamposite lineage with a new Light Crimson red look. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026

Now, with the new models, known as the Ingenieur Automatic 40 50th Anniversary and the Ingenieur Automatic 35 50th Anniversary, have joined the esteemed lineage. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 15 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1884, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for linage

• signage