matranee

/ˌmætrɪˈliːni/

Definitions

1. noun

A person’s or family’s line of descent through the maternal line, especially in a social or cultural context.

“The matrilinee of the indigenous tribe played a significant role in their decision-making process.”

Synonyms

  • family line
  • matriline

Antonyms

  • line of paternal descent
  • patrilinee