matriarchate

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Noun matriarchate has 1 sense

matriarchy, matriarchate - a form of social organization in which a female is the family head and title is traced through the female line
--₁ is a kind of social organization, social organisation, social structure, social system, structure

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Matriarchate

Definition

A matriarchate refers to a social system or cultural organization in which women hold the central roles of power, authority, and prominence. It is a form of social organization where the women in a family or community inherit and pass down power, wealth, and property.

Usage Examples

In the remote village, the matriarchate system entailed that all important decisions were made by the eldest females in the family.
The indigenous tribe practiced a matriarchate, with the eldest female as the tribal leader and decision-maker.
During her tenure as the head of the company, she aimed to establish a matriarchate, empowering women in managerial positions.
The matriarchate was deeply rooted in their culture, giving women the final say in matters concerning family and community affairs.

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