Bloodline (noun)

1. A line of descendants, often used to refer to a line of ancestry traced through one's family.
2. The genetic or hereditary characteristics of a person or animal, considered collectively.

Origin:

The word bloodline is a combination of the words "blood" and "line" which refers to a line of descendants, it is often used to refer to a line of ancestry traced through one"s family. it was first recorded in english in the early 17th century.

Examples:

1. The horse's bloodline could be traced back to a famous stallion.
2. He was proud of his royal bloodline.
3. The dog had a strong bloodline and was a champion in the show ring.
4. The bloodline of the family is traced through the mother's side.
5. The plant's bloodline was carefully maintained to preserve its unique characteristics.