Ancestral name

Noun

Definitions

1.NounA surname, particularly used in contexts where other surnames (such as patronymics or clan names) need to be distinguished

2.NounThe xing surname in its ancient use where it was distinguished from the shi clan name, as opposed to its modern use as a simple surname

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