Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pedigreed
Adjective
/ˈpɛdɪɡriːd/
Definition
Having a lineage or ancestry of distinguished or high status.
Examples
- A pedigreed dog can often be more expensive due to its lineage.
- The pedigreed horses at the show were the highlight of the event.
- She felt proud to have a pedigreed family background.
Meaning
The word ‘pedigreed’ refers to something or someone that has a proven line of descent, particularly in the context of animals, especially pets like dogs and horses, that are bred from notable ancestors.
Synonyms
- Purebred
- Thoroughbred
- Blue-blooded
- Elite
- Distinguished
