whakapapa

Etymology
Borrowed from.

Noun

 * 1) Genealogy, a fundamental principle of Māori culture that is critical in establishing one's identity.

Verb

 * 1) To lie flat or to lay flat.
 * 2) To lay low or to strike down.
 * 3) To place in layers or to lay one upon another.
 * 4) To recite in order (genealogies, legends, etc.)

Noun

 * 1) Genealogy, genealogical table, descent, lineage.