Clan
Clan
Clan (/klæn/), from the Gaelic clann meaning 'children' or 'offspring', is a term used to denote a group of people united by actual or perceived kinship and descent.
Etymology
The word clan is derived from the Gaelic clann which traditionally means 'children' or 'offspring'. In Scotland, the term is used to denote families, as they are considered the offspring of a common ancestor.
Definition
A clan is a group of people united by actual or perceived kinship and descent. Even if lineage details are unknown, clan members may be organized around a founding member or apical ancestor. Clans, in this sense, are a primary expression of kinship groups.
Related Terms
- Kinship: A relationship between any entities that share a genealogical origin, through either biological, cultural, or historical descent.
- Tribe: A social division in a traditional society consisting of families or communities linked by social, economic, religious, or blood ties, with a common culture and dialect.
- Family: A group of one or more parents and their children living together as a unit.
- Lineage: Lineal descent from an ancestor; ancestry or pedigree.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Clan
- Wikipedia's article - Clan
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