clan

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Definitions

n.

A group of families sharing a common ancestor, especially in Scottish Highland tradition; any close-knit group

氏族;宗族;家族集团

🧩 Root Breakdown

Loanword
clanother
=clan

Common Collocations

  • 1.clan chief家族首领
  • 2.clan leader家族领导人

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The Scottish clan gathered every summer for a reunion celebration.

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