matrilocal (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌmætrɪˈloʊkəl/
Definition
Relating to or characterized by a social system in which a married couple resides with the wife's family or in the wife's hometown.
Examples
The matrilocal residence pattern is common in some indigenous cultures, where the husband moves to the wife's community after marriage.
Matrilocal societies often have a strong emphasis on the role of women in family and community decision-making.
How to Use matrilocal
- matrilocal residence (noun phrase)
- a social system in which a married couple resides with the wife's family — "The community practices matrilocal residence, where the husband moves to the wife's village after marriage."
- matrilocal society (noun phrase)
- a society that practices matrilocal residence and has a strong emphasis on the role of women — "The Minangkabau people of Indonesia are a matrilocal society, with a strong tradition of women's rights and social status."
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