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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)
matrilinear13

Matrilineal - 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."
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Word Game Points

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

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 Word
MATRILINEAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is MATRILINEAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, matrilineal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MATRILINEAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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