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matriarch Definition


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matriarch
noun
    1. The female head of a family, community or tribe.
    2. An elderly woman who dominates her family or associates.
    3. An elderly and much respected woman of special dignity.
Derivative: matriarchal
adj
    Etymology: 17c: from matri-, modelled on patriarch.



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