Progeny
The offspring or descendants of a person, animal, or plant; the result or product of something.
nounProgeny
The offspring or descendants of a person, animal, or plant; the result or product of something.
nounImagine This
Picture a genealogical tree tracing a king’s line of heirs, each branch representing a new progeny stepping forward to claim the throne.
Sounds Like
PROJ-uh-nee
Looks Like
The word resembles 'gene' and 'genesis'—both related to birth and origin.
Remember This
Progeny refers specifically to offspring; in modern usage, 'progenies' is a rarely used plural form, while 'progeny' can be used as a plural as well.
Other Forms
Connect With
offspring, descendants, lineage, genealogy, posterity
Note
Progeny is used to denote offspring or descendants. It is not typically applied to inanimate products. Distinguish from 'progenitor' (the ancestor) and avoid confusing with 'produce' (to create).