Meaning & Definition of word "Family"
Family
/ˈfæmɪli/
noun:
- 1. A group of one or more parents and their children living together as a unit.
- Example: Our family gathers for dinner every Sunday.
- 2. All the descendants of a common ancestor.
- Example: She traces her family back to the 18th century.
- 3. A group of related things or people.
- Example: The cat family includes lions, tigers, and domestic cats.
- 4. A basic social unit consisting of parents and their children.
- Example: The importance of family values is taught in many cultures.
Etymology
●From Latin 'familia', which refers to a household, including servants.
Common Phrases and Expressions
family ties:
The connections between members of a family.
family tree:
A diagram showing the relationships between family members.
family feud:
A dispute or conflict that exists between families.
Related Words
kin:
One's relatives.
ancestor:
A person from whom one is descended.
descendant:
A person, plant, or animal that is descended from a particular ancestor.
Slang Meanings of family
Meaning: Fam
● Example Sentence: I'm hanging out with my fam this weekend.
Meaning: Blood
● Example Sentence: You know I'm always there for you, we're blood.