descent
de
di:
di
scent
sɛnt
sent
British pronunciation
/dɪsˈɛnt/

Definition & Meaning of "descent"in English

Descent
01

properties attributable to your ancestry

02

a movement or action of coming or going downward

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Examples
The descent of the plane was smooth, signaling our imminent landing.
03

downward movement

04

the descendants of one individual

05

a downward slope or incline, often leading to a lower point

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Examples
The car slowed down as it reached the steep descent.
06

the origin or lineage of a person in terms of family, nationality, or ancestry

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Maria proudly traces her descent to a long line of Italian immigrants who settled in New York City in the early 20th century.
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