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Male-Line

Definition: Referring to the lineage or descent that is traced through the male ancestors in a family.

Parts of Speech: Noun, adjective

Senses:

1. Noun: The direct line of male ancestry within a family.
2. Adjective: Pertaining to or inherited through the male lineage.

Sample Sentences:

1. He was proud of his male-line heritage that dated back several generations.
2. The legitimacy of the claim is determined by the strength of the male-line succession.
3. As an adjective, male-line inheritance determines the primogeniture within the family.
4. In some cultures, the concept of male-line descent holds significant importance.

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