What is a lineal descendant?

A lineal descendant is a person who is directly descended from another person in a direct line of ancestry. This can include children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and so on. Lineal descendants inherit characteristics or traits from their ancestors through genetic inheritance. In legal terms, lineal descendants are often entitled to inheritances or rights based on their direct relationship to a deceased ancestor. Family trees typically represent lineal descent by connecting individuals through continuous lines of parent-child relationships.