patrilocality

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Synonyms: patrifocality, matrilocality, patrilocally, matrifocality

Antonyms: patrifocality, matrilocality, patrilocally, matrifocality

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|sociology}} A socially instituted practice whereupon a [[married]] couple lives with or near the family of the [[husband]].

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