Vocabulary Flashcards

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patriarch

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A man who controls a family, group, or government.

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patriarchal

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Characteristic of a system controlled by men.

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patrician

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A person who is a member of the highest social class.

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maternal

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Of or relating to a mother; motherly.

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matron

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An older married woman with a high social position.

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matriarchy

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A family or group controlled by women or females.

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generate

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To produce something or cause something to be produced.

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generation

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A group of people born and living during the same time.

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genetic

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Relating to genes, influencing appearance, growth, etc.

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Root word: pater/patri

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Meaning: father; Origin: Latin