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Term: Patrilineally

Description:

Patrilineally refers to the tracing of descent or inheritance through the male line (father's side). It is a term commonly used in anthropology and genealogy to describe the passing of names, titles, property, or other hereditary factors from fathers to their male descendants.

Sample Sentences:

• 1. The inheritance of the family estate was determined patrilineally, with each generation passing it down to their male children.
• 2. In some cultures, the family surname is passed on patrilineally, ensuring the preservation of the ancestral lineage.
• 3. According to the patrilineal system, the prince's claim to the throne was based on his patrilineal descent from a long line of kings.
• 4. Gender inequality may be reinforced in societies where property rights are solely governed patrilineally.
• 5. The study of genealogy often requires tracing family trees back through multiple generations, following the patrilineal line.

For further reading, you can explore related products on Amazon:

• Patrilineal Inheritance Books
• Anthropology of Descent