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agnatic

/ˈæɡnætɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does agnatic mean?

adjective

Relating to or consisting of a group of people descended from a common ancestor, especially a male ancestor. Descent from a common ancestor, especially a male ancestor.

Example

"The agnatic descent of the royal family was a matter of great importance in the medieval period."

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