consanguineal
/ˌkɑnsæŋˈɡwɪniəl/
adjective
- Related by blood; having a common ancestor.
- The inheritance was divided among all consanguineal heirs, not just the eldest child.
- In many cultures, consanguineal relatives like siblings and cousins have special legal rights.
- Anthropologists study consanguineal ties to understand how families are structured in different societies.
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