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Lineage

A group of relatives who can trace, step by step, their descent from one known ancestor.

Also called: descent line

A lineage is like a clan but smaller and more exact. Members can name each generation that links them to the founding ancestor. Lineages often own land or herds together and stand by one another in disputes.

Related words

ClanKinshipPatrilinealMatrilineal

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Seven peoples, once a week

Every Monday: seven peoples you may never have heard of, who they are and where they live.