UNILATERAL DESCENT
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Unilateral Descent.
Unilateral Descent - as a noun
Line of descent traced through one side of the family
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
descentfiliationline of descentlineageHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Her lineage followed a strict unilateral descent from her father's side."
"The tribe's social structure was based on unilateral descent."
"In some cultures, unilateral descent is traced through the mother's side."
"The clan's inheritance system was based on unilateral descent."
"Their family tree showed a clear unilateral descent from their ancestors."
