MATRILINEAL
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Matrilineal.
Matrilineal - as an adjective satellite
Based on or tracing descent through the female line
Example: "Matrilineal inheritance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
matrilinearMatrilineal - as an adjective
Tracing descent only through female ancestors.
Example: "Kerala traditionally has matrilineal inheritance."
Example Sentences
"The tribe follows a matrilineal descent system, where the family line is traced through the mother rather than the father."
"In matrilineal societies, property and inheritance typically pass from mother to daughter."
"The matrilineal clan is led by the eldest matriarch."
"In this matrilineal culture, women hold significant political power."
"The community practices matrilineal kinship, with women being the primary decision-makers."
Word Game Points
Is MATRILINEAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, matrilineal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MATRILINEAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is MATRILINEAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, matrilineal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMATRILINEAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is MATRILINEAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, matrilineal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMATRILINEAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
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