Definition of Clan
Clan
clan
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a group of people who share a common ancestor, i.e. a family, especially a large family;
e.g. The Bush clan gathered to celebrate their victory in the election.
(noun)
a close-knit and interrelated group of families or households whose heads claim to be descended from a common ancestor, especially a group of Celtic families in the Scottish Highlands;
e.g. He conducted research on his family tree to find out which clan he belonged to.
(noun)
a group of people who are united by common characteristics or a strong common interest;
e.g. She became part of a clan of actors who were looking for a particular type of role.
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