Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ancestor
noun
/ˈæn.sɛs.tər/
Definition
A person from whom one is descended, typically more remote than a grandparent.
Examples
- My ancestors came from Europe.
- She enjoys researching her family tree to learn more about her ancestors.
- The study of ancestors can reveal much about your heritage.
Meaning
An ancestor is a relative from whom a person is descended, which can include parents, grandparents, and other earlier generations.
Synonyms
- forebear
- forefather
- precursor
- progenitor
- predecessor
