phratry

/ˈfɹætɹi/

IPA: /F R AH0 T R IY0/

noun
  1. 1

    A clan or kinship group consisting of a number of families claiming descent from a common ancestor and having certain collective functions and responsibilities.

  2. 2

    A former kinship division consisting of two or more distinct clans with separate identities but considered to be a single unit.

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