six close relatives; nearest kin
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesnoun
the six close relatives (father, mother, older brother, younger brother, wife, and son)
Historically, different texts have defined the six relatives differently, but this grouping is the most widely accepted traditional definition.
The six close relatives include father, mother, older brother, younger brother, wife, and son.
In ancient times, the six close relatives were regarded as the fundamental human relationships.
noun
close relatives; kin; nearest family members
Used as a general term for one's nearest relatives, most commonly appears in the idiom 六亲不认 (to disown one's closest relatives).
He is a cold and heartless person who would disown even his closest relatives.
He had no close relatives to rely on since childhood and was all alone.
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In that special era, some people dared not even acknowledge their closest relatives in order to protect themselves.