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单词 matrilateral
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Definition of matrilateral in English:

matrilateral

adjective ˌmatrɪˈlat(ə)rəlˌmatrɪˈlat(ə)r(ə)l
Anthropology
  • Of, relating to, or designating a relationship (especially a marriage between cousins) in which a mother and one of her siblings or other relatives are both involved as parents.

Origin

1950s; earliest use found in Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute. From matri- + lateral. Compare earlier patrilateral.

Definition of matrilateral in US English:

matrilateral

adjective
Anthropology
  • Of, relating to, or designating a relationship (especially a marriage between cousins) in which a mother and one of her siblings or other relatives are both involved as parents.

Origin

1950s; earliest use found in Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute. From matri- + lateral. Compare earlier patrilateral.

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