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Clans in Indian Culture

Description: Clans in Indian culture refer to social groups or extended families that share a common lineage, ancestry, and history. These clans play a vital role in fostering kinship bonds, maintaining traditions, and preserving cultural heritage.

Sense 1: Noun - Social groups with common lineage

Sample Sentence 1: The Patel and Sharma clans have a strong presence in villages in northern India.

Sample Sentence 2: The Narayanan clan is renowned for their contributions to Indian classical music.

Sense 2: Adjective - Popular or well-known within the clan

Sample Sentence 1: The clan's traditional recipe for biryani is a hugely popular choice at family gatherings.

Sample Sentence 2: Her performance at the clan's talent show was nothing short of extraordinary.

Sense 3: Adjective - Residing or specific to a particular clan

Sample Sentence 1: The local jewelry is crafted by artisans from the Navajo clans.

Sample Sentence 2: The clan-specific dance forms showcase the rich cultural diversity of India.