What does patriarchy mean?
A social system in which men hold primary power and predominate in roles of political leadership, moral authority, social privilege and control of property. Patriarchy is a system of power in which men hold power over women and children.
Example
"The feminist movement sought to challenge and dismantle the patriarchal structures that had dominated society for centuries."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.