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pedigreed

American  
[ped-i-greed] / ˈpɛd ɪˌgrid /

adjective

  1. having established purebred ancestry.

    a pedigreed collie.


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Etymology

Origin of pedigreed

First recorded in 1810–20; pedigree + -ed 3


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“This estate offers a lifestyle that requires no exit. A rare opportunity to acquire a pedigreed property defined by absolute privacy and timeless design,” the listing added.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026

The pedigreed dogs are the epitome of their breeds, owned by enthusiasts who pay Calvacca $150 per show day for her more than 100 dog shows each year.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 31, 2026

And while they’re often dismissed as unserious, their DNA isn’t far from more polished, pedigreed desserts.

From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2025

Given its pedigreed cast and filmmaker, the results are doubly sad.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2023

Once Victor had managed to fish the pedigreed cat out of a barrel full of stinking sardines and stowed her in a scratch-safe box, he had discovered the two tortoises.

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke

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