Meaning Of The Word Patriarchy

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What's The Definition Of Patriarchy?

patriarchy
uncountable noun: Patriarchy is a system in which men have all or most of the power and importance in a society or group.

patriarchy in American English
a form of social organization in which the father or the eldest male is recognized as the head of the family or tribe, descent and kinship being traced through the male line
noun: a form of social organization in which the father is the supreme authority in the family, clan, or tribe and descent is reckoned in the male line, with the children belonging to the father's clan or tribe

patriarchy in British English
noun: a form of social organization in which a male is the head of the family and descent, kinship, and title are traced through the male line

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