ascendant

ascendant ([schwa]-sen-d[schwa]nt), n. One who precedes in lineage, such as a parent or grandparent.

— Also termed ancestor. Cf. DESCENDANT. — ascendant, adj.

collateral ascendant. Loosely, an aunt, uncle, or other relative who is not strictly an ancestor.

— Also termed collateral ancestor.

lineal ascendant. A blood relative in the direct line of ascent; ancestor. • Parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents are lineal ascendants.

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译者蒋毅，毕业于亚洲顶尖的高级翻译学院，擅长翻译各种与破产与资产重组相关的法律文件。