Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
patrilineal
Adjective
/ˌpætrɪˈlɪniəl/
Definition
Relating to or based on relationship to the father or descent through the male line.
Examples
- The patrilineal system in many cultures determines family names through the father.
- In a patrilineal society, property and title are inherited through the male descendants.
- Many patrilineal cultures place significant importance on the father’s role in family heritage.
Meaning
Patrilineal societies trace ancestry and inheritance through the father’s lineage, emphasizing the paternal side of the family.
Synonyms
- paternal
- father-based
- male-line
