Conjugal family
Conjugal Family
Conjugal Family (pronunciation: /kɒndʒʊɡəl 'fæmɪli/), also known as a nuclear family, is a term used in sociology and anthropology to describe a family structure that consists of two adults living with their children. The term is derived from the Latin word "conjugal", which means "related to marriage".
Etymology
The term "conjugal family" is derived from the Latin word "conjux", which means "spouse". It is used to describe a family structure that is centered around a legally recognized marriage between two individuals.
Related Terms
- Nuclear Family: A family group consisting of a pair of adults and their children. This is the most basic unit of a social structure in many societies.
- Extended Family: A family that extends beyond the nuclear family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives, who all live nearby or in the same household.
- Single Parent Family: A family that includes children living with a single parent.
- Blended Family: A family that includes children from a previous marriage of one spouse or both.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Conjugal family
- Wikipedia's article - Conjugal family
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