patrilineal

[US]/ˌpætrɪ'lɪnɪəl/
[UK]/ˌpætrɪ'lɪnɪəl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. traced through the male line.

Example Sentences

In some cultures, inheritance is passed down patrilineally.

The patrilineal system traces ancestry through the father's line.

He comes from a patrilineal society where family name is inherited from the father.

The patrilineal descent is a common practice in many traditional societies.

The tribe follows a patrilineal kinship system.

The patrilineal custom dictates that only male heirs can inherit property.

She belongs to a patrilineal clan that has a long history of leadership.

The patrilineal society places a strong emphasis on the role of fathers in the family.

The patrilineal lineage can be traced back for generations.

The patrilineal tradition is deeply rooted in their cultural beliefs.

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