Definition of Matrilineal

associated with the female line of the family

Examples of Matrilineal in a sentence

Since my mother and two of my sisters have died from cancer, I can only assume the disease is matrilineal.  🔊

My father believed wisdom came from his matrilineal influences, and as such, he always sought advice from women in his family.  🔊

Because Jim lives with his wife and four daughters, he often tells people his life is controlled by matrilineal forces.  🔊

Jill’s matrilineal family must have a birthright of teaching because most of the women in her family have been educators.  🔊

Under matrilineal rules the oldest female sibling cares for the younger children when the mother is not present.  🔊

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