Difference between revisions of "Matrilocality"
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| − | Matrilocality refers to a cultural tendency for men to relocate to reside with their new wives after marriage. This may mean relocating to their wives' village or living with her family. Matrilocal societies are fairly common. |
+ | [[Matrilocality]] refers to a cultural tendency for men to relocate to reside with their new wives after marriage. This may mean relocating to their wives' village or living with her family. Matrilocal societies are fairly common. |
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines matrilocality as: |
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines matrilocality as: |
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Latest revision as of 10:05, 7 May 2023
Matrilocality refers to a cultural tendency for men to relocate to reside with their new wives after marriage. This may mean relocating to their wives' village or living with her family. Matrilocal societies are fairly common.
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines matrilocality as:
residence especially of a newly married couple with the wife's family or people —contrasted with patrilocality