Affinal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Affinal is an adjective meaning (anthropology) Of a family relationship by marriage of a relative (or through affinity), as opposed to consanguinity; in-law.
Meaning
(anthropology) Of a family relationship by marriage of a relative (or through affinity), as opposed to consanguinity; in-law.
Example Sentences
The names of their affinal relatives must be avoided in speaking either to a man or woman, or even when speaking in their presence.
Synonyms for affinal
Depending on context, synonyms include related.
Antonyms for affinal
Common opposites include consanguine.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include related, biological, consanguine, cognate, avunculate, lineal.
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