clan
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/klæn/
group of related families
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clan' originates from Gaelic, specifically the word 'clann,' where 'clann' meant 'children' or 'descendants.'
Historical Evolution
'clann' transformed into the English word 'clan' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'children or descendants,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a group of families or people with a common interest.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of close-knit and interrelated families, especially associated with Scottish Highlanders.
The MacDonald clan has a long history in Scotland.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39