族
clan; genocide; ethnic group; category
Meanings
4 senses · 17 examplesnoun
family clan; extended family
Refers to a blood-related family group or ancestral lineage.
His clan is well-known locally as an ancestral lineage.
Our entire extended family celebrates the Spring Festival together.
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We share the same clan and hometown.
This family has passed down century-old handicraft skills.
Family gatherings are usually held during New Year's Eve dinner.
noun
ancient clan extermination penalty
archaicA historical criminal punishment now abolished in all countries, extremely derogatory.
In ancient times, those who plotted rebellion would be punished by clan extermination.
Historical records document multiple clan extermination massacres.
noun
ethnic group; race; nation
Refers to a large group of people sharing common cultural, linguistic, or ancestral traits.
The Han ethnic group is the most populous ethnic group in China.
Russia has many people of Slavic ethnic groups.
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This exhibition showcases the cultural characteristics of various ethnic groups.
Racial equality is a basic principle of modern society.
Ethnic minority areas have unique natural landscapes.
noun
category; group; classification
Can be used for concrete objects, abstract concepts, and modern social groups.
The water category is a compound made of hydrogen and oxygen.
Chinese belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family.
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Aromatic compounds are often used to make perfumes.
The working group usually chooses relaxing activities on weekends.
The office worker group often chooses quick and nutritious food for breakfast.