pedigree
nounUK /ˈpɛdɪɡriː/
US /ˈpɛdɪɡriː/
A pedigree is a family tree that shows who someone's parents and grandparents are.
The puppy came with a pedigree showing its mother and father were champion dogs.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The record of a purebred animal's family background.
The breeder showed us the pedigree before we bought the horse.
3. The history or background of something, such as an idea or a building.
That old theater has a fine pedigree as a place where famous singers performed.
4. High social status or good breeding.
She was proud of her family's pedigree and long history in the town.