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cognate
01
related in nature
02
sharing the same ancestors
Example
The two cousins are cognate, sharing a common ancestry through their maternal grandparents.
The family reunion brought together many cognate relatives from distant branches of the tree.
Despite being raised in different countries, they are cognate, tracing their lineage to the same royal family.
03
having the same ancestral language
Cognate
01
a word that shares the same origin as another word in a different language
Example
Linguists often compare cognates across different languages to trace their historical connections.
The study of cognates reveals how languages evolve and diverge from a common ancestor.
Students learning multiple languages often find it helpful to identify cognates for building their vocabulary.
02
one related by blood or origin; especially on sharing an ancestor with another
