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mat·ri·lin·e·al
 matrilineal
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- pronunciation:
- mae
trih
lI
ni
 l
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition: |
pertaining to, derived from, or tracing descent through the mother's family.
- similar words:
- maternal
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| derivation: |
matrilineally (adv.) |
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