Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
direct-descendant
Noun
/dəˈrɛkt dɪˈsɛndənt/
Definition
A direct descendant refers to an individual who is in the direct line of descent from an ancestor, such as a child or grandchild.
Examples
- She is a direct descendant of the famous civil rights leader.
- The family tree showed that he was a direct descendant of the early settlers.
- Being a direct descendant of royalty often comes with certain expectations.
Meaning
This term describes someone who has a direct familial relationship to a specific ancestor, rather than a more distant relationship.
Synonyms
- Heir
- Offspring
- Descendant
- Scion
