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Term: Descendant

Description

A "descendant" refers to a person, animal, or plant that comes from a specific ancestor.

In a broader sense, it can also relate to anything that originated or evolved from something else, such as an idea or a concept.

Sample Sentences

Noun - Ancestral Connection:

1. John is a direct descendant of the famous explorer.
2. The museum features exhibits showcasing the lifestyle of the descendants of indigenous tribes.

Noun - Evolutionary Connection:

1. The smartphone is a descendant of the traditional telephone.
2. This species of bird is considered a descendant of dinosaurs.

Adjective - Popular:

1. The restaurant serves a descendant dish with a modern twist.
2. Last year's fashion trends are the inspiration for this season's descendant clothing line.

Adjective - Local:

1. The local food market offers a variety of descendant flavors from different cultures.
2. The artwork displays a blend of contemporary and local descendant styles.

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