noun
parentage
Parentage (noun) means the identity and nature of one's parents, and in particular, the legitimacy of one's birth.
noun
1
The identity and nature of one's parents, and in particular, the legitimacy of one's birth.
2
The social quality of one's class in society.
3
Origin; derivation.
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Etymology
From Middle French, from Old French parentage.
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What is the meaning of parentage?
"parentage" (noun) means the identity and nature of one's parents, and in particular, the legitimacy of one's birth.
What are the different meanings of parentage?
"parentage" has 3 main meanings: 1. The identity and nature of one's parents, and in particular, the legitimacy of one's birth; 2. The social quality of one's class in society; 3. Origin; derivation.