The horoscope, or that degree of the ecliptic which rises above the horizon at the moment of one's birth; supposed to have a commanding influence on a person's life and fortune.

Rising toward the zenith; above the horizon.

Rising; ascending.

also known as the rising sign. this is the sign on the cusp of the first house of the natal chart. it is the sign and degree of that sign that is rising on the eastern horizon at the moment of birth, with respect to the place of birth. abbreviation: ASC

An ancestor, or one who precedes in genealogy or degrees of kindred; a relative in the ascending line; a progenitor; -- opposed to descendant.

someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)

A direct ancestor of a person, like a parent, grandparent, great grandparent, etc.