Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nuclear-family
noun
/ˈnjuːklɪr ˈfæmili/
Definition
A nuclear family is a family unit consisting of two parents and their children.
Examples
- Many people believe that the nuclear family is the cornerstone of society.
- In a nuclear family, parents often focus on the well-being and education of their children.
- After the wedding, they started their own nuclear family in the suburbs.
Meaning
It typically refers to the traditional family structure where both parents live together with their biological or adopted kids.
Synonyms
- Immediate family
- Elementary family
- Core family
