Relatives who lived long ago are called ancestors.
Similarly, you are called a descendant because you are a descendant of your ancestor. The further away from your nuclear family you go the larger your extended family will be based on how far of an ancestor you observe.
A relative who lived long ago is known as an ancestor. Ancestors include family members from previous generations and are important for understanding cultural heritage and identity. The study of ancestors is called genealogy, which helps trace family history and connections.
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