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PATRILINEAL

(adj.sat, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Patrilineal.

How to pronounce patrilineal:

UK

Patrilineal - as an adjective satellite

Based on or tracing descent through the male line

Example: "A patrilineal society"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
patrilinear

Patrilineal - as an adjective

Pertaining to descent through male lines.

Example Sentences

"He belongs to a patrilineal society where descent is traced through the father's line."
"In patrilineal cultures, property and inheritance typically pass from father to son."
"The tribe follows a patrilineal kinship system, with male lineage determining family ties."
"Her patrilineal ancestry can be traced back several generations."
"The clan's leadership is determined by the patrilineal descent of its members."
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Word Game Points

Is PATRILINEAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, patrilineal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PATRILINEAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PATRILINEAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, patrilineal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PATRILINEAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PATRILINEAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, patrilineal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PATRILINEAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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