Family
noun
A group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
We're having a family gathering this weekend.
Often appears as...
- family gathering
- family member
noun
A group of people who share common ancestors.
Her family has been living in this town for generations.
Often appears as...
- family history
- family roots
noun
A category of similar things, especially in biology.
The lion belongs to the cat family.
Often appears as...
- family of plants
- family of animals
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Technical
noun
Children of a particular person or couple.
They have a beautiful family of four children.
Often appears as...
- family of four
- family of five
noun
People living in one household.
The entire family lives in that house.
Often appears as...
- family home
- family household
noun
A group with a common interest or objective.
The police force is a family in its own way.
Often appears as...
- family of artists
- family of musicians
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Colloquial
adjective
Suitable or appropriate for the whole family.
This is a family-friendly restaurant with a special menu for kids.
Often appears as...
- family-friendly restaurant
- family-friendly movie
noun
A group of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption.
We're having a family gathering this weekend.
Often appears as...
- family gathering
- family member
noun
A group of people who share common ancestors.
Her family has been living in this town for generations.
Often appears as...
- family history
- family roots
noun
A category of similar things, especially in biology.
The lion belongs to the cat family.
Often appears as...
- family of plants
- family of animals
Usage tips
Technical
noun
Children of a particular person or couple.
They have a beautiful family of four children.
Often appears as...
- family of four
- family of five
noun
People living in one household.
The entire family lives in that house.
Often appears as...
- family home
- family household
noun
A group with a common interest or objective.
The police force is a family in its own way.
Often appears as...
- family of artists
- family of musicians
Usage tips
Colloquial
adjective
Suitable or appropriate for the whole family.
This is a family-friendly restaurant with a special menu for kids.
Often appears as...
- family-friendly restaurant
- family-friendly movie
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Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Connection
The word conveys a sense of belonging and emotional support among members.
I feel supported when surrounded by my family.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Positive
In some contexts, 'family' can imply obligation or conflict, not just love.
Family obligations can sometimes be overwhelming.
Pro Tip 3/3Legal Use
Used in legal contexts, 'family' may determine inheritance or custody rights.
Only direct family members can claim the inheritance.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Connection
The word conveys a sense of belonging and emotional support among members.
I feel supported when surrounded by my family.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Positive
In some contexts, 'family' can imply obligation or conflict, not just love.
Family obligations can sometimes be overwhelming.
Pro Tip 3/3Legal Use
Used in legal contexts, 'family' may determine inheritance or custody rights.
Only direct family members can claim the inheritance.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Connection
The word conveys a sense of belonging and emotional support among members.
I feel supported when surrounded by my family.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Positive
In some contexts, 'family' can imply obligation or conflict, not just love.
Family obligations can sometimes be overwhelming.
Pro Tip 3/3Legal Use
Used in legal contexts, 'family' may determine inheritance or custody rights.
Only direct family members can claim the inheritance.
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