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avun·cu·late
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avunculatenoun
the relationship between a man and his sister's children, generally her sons.
avunculatenoun
(In certain tribal peoples, for example, the Korowai) refers to a special relationship between a man and a maternal uncle, and the mutual responsibilities between them.
Etymology: From Latin avunculus: uncle.
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Avunculate
The avunculate, sometimes called avunculism or avuncularism, is any social institution where a special relationship exists between an uncle and his sisters' children. This relationship can be formal or informal, depending on the society. Early anthropological research focused on the association between the avunculate and matrilineal descent, while later research has expanded to consider the avunculate in general society.
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of avunculate in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of avunculate in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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