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patrilineage

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Lineage based upon the paternal line; a group of descendants related through a common male lineage.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: matrilineage

2

noun

Meaning 2

line of descent traced through the paternal side of the family

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: agnation

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: unilateral descent

History

Etymology

From patri- + lineage.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: patrilignage — Translations
  • Italian: patrilignaggio — Translations