family history en · NOUN
Meanings
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(countable, uncountable) An extension to genealogy in which the life and times of the people concerned are investigated.
Family history puts flesh on the bones of genealogy.
- (countable, uncountable) Information concerning the disorders suffered by the direct relatives of a patient; especially useful if the disorders are genetic.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| family histories | Number=Plur | lexicographic |