Matriarchy Definition

mātrē-ärkē
matriarchies
noun
matriarchies
A form of social organization in which the mother is recognized as the head of the family or tribe, descent and kinship being traced through the mother.
Webster's New World
A family, community, or society based on this system or governed by women.
American Heritage
Government, rule, or domination by women.
Webster's New World
The collection of women in positions of power, especially in such a social system or community.
American Heritage
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Noun

Singular:
matriarchy
Plural:
matriarchies

Origin of Matriarchy

  • Coined after patriarchy, from Ancient Greek μήτηρ (mother) and ἄρχω (I rule)

    From Wiktionary

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