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Definition of extended family in English: extended familynoun A family which extends beyond the nuclear family to include grandparents and other relatives. Example sentencesExamples - In extended families, the network of relatives acts as a close-knit community.
- In 1996, 21% of all people were living as a part of an extended family.
Synonyms relatives, relations, blood relations, family members, kin, next of kin, kinsfolk, kinsmen, kinswomen, kindred, one's flesh and blood, one's own flesh and blood, connections
Definition of extended family in US English: extended familynounɪkˈstɛndəd A family that extends beyond the nuclear family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives, who all live nearby or in one household. Example sentencesExamples - In 1996, 21% of all people were living as a part of an extended family.
- In extended families, the network of relatives acts as a close-knit community.
Synonyms relatives, relations, blood relations, family members, kin, next of kin, kinsfolk, kinsmen, kinswomen, kindred, one's flesh and blood, one's own flesh and blood, connections
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