Avunculate

noun

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.nounThe relationship between a man and his sister's children, generally her sons.

2.noun(In certain tribal peoples, for example, the Korowai) a special relationship between a man and a maternal uncle, and the mutual responsibilities between them.

Synonyms

avuncuclan avuncularism uterine nephew avuncularity avunculocality auncle co-uncle nuncle avunculicide agnate nibling co-aunt

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