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Descent
01
afstamming, afkomst
properties attributable to your ancestry
02
daling
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.
03
afgang, dalende beweging
downward movement
04
afstamming, nageslacht
the descendants of one individual
05
afgang, helling
a downward slope or bend
06
afkomst, lijnage
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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