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Meaning of Family
The primary meaning of the word "Family" refers to a group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
Definitions
- A group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption, typically living together in a single household
- All the descendants of a common ancestor
- A group of people who are related or connected in some way
Etymology of Family
The word "Family" comes from the Latin word "familiare," meaning "servant" or "slave," and is derived from "famulus," meaning "servant" or "domestic"
Historically, the term referred to a group of people, including servants and slaves, living together in a household
Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include only relatives and those connected by marriage or adoption
Example Uses
- The family gathered around the dinner table to share stories and laughter
- She comes from a large, close-knit family with many siblings and cousins
- The family business has been passed down through generations