Unilineality

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Unilineality is a system of determining descent groups in which one belongs to one's father's or mother's lineage. No matter which lineage is used, the commitment is total and is decided by society. Both patrilineality and matrilineality are types of Unilineal descent.

See also

• Ambilineality
• Family
• Cultural anthropologyTemplate:Socio-stub