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consanguinity

/kɑnˈsæŋɡwɪnɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does consanguinity mean?

noun

The state of being related by blood or descent; a family relationship. A close or intimate relationship, especially between people who are not necessarily related by blood.

Example

"The consanguinity between the two families was evident in their shared surname and similar facial features."

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