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Matrilinear

Definition:

Matrilinear is an adjective that refers to a social system or lineage in which descent and inheritance are traced through the female line.

Example Sentences:

• The Mosuo people in China have a matrilinear society, where women hold significant power and control over property and family decisions.
• In many matrilinear cultures, the family name is passed down from mother to daughter.
• The matrilinear traditions of this indigenous community emphasize the importance of a woman's role in the family structure.

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