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UNILATERAL DESCENT

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Unilateral Descent.

Unilateral Descent - as a noun

Line of descent traced through one side of the family

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
descent10filiation12line of descentlineage8
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Example Sentences

"Her lineage followed a strict unilateral descent from her father's side."
"The tribe's social structure was based on unilateral descent."
"In some cultures, unilateral descent is traced through the mother's side."
"The clan's inheritance system was based on unilateral descent."
"Their family tree showed a clear unilateral descent from their ancestors."
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