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Descent
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ascendenza, discendenza
properties attributable to your ancestry
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discesa
a movement or action of coming or going downward
Example
The descent of the plane was smooth, signaling our imminent landing.
As he started his descent from the ladder, he realized he forgot his tools at the top.
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discesa
downward movement
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discendenza, linea
the descendants of one individual
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discesa, pendenza
a downward slope or bend
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discendenza, linea
the origin or lineage of a person in terms of family, nationality, or ancestry
Example
Maria proudly traces her descent to a long line of Italian immigrants who settled in New York City in the early 20th century.
The celebration of Lunar New Year holds special significance for Kevin, as it connects him to his Chinese descent and cultural heritage.
The museum exhibit focused on the Native American descent of the local population, highlighting their contributions to the region's history.
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