Patrilocality
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Patrilocality is a noun meaning (sociology) A socially instituted practice whereupon a married couple lives with or near the family of the husband.
Meaning
(sociology) A socially instituted practice whereupon a married couple lives with or near the family of the husband.
Antonyms for patrilocality
Common opposites include matrilocality.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include matrilocality, patrilinearity, patrilinealism, patriliny, avunculocality, matriliny.
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