matrifocal

matrifocal
/ma'treuh foh"keuhl, may'-/, adj.
1. of, pertaining to, or designating a family unit or structure headed by the mother and lacking a father permanently or for extended periods.
2. focused or centered on the mother.
[1950-55; MATRI- + FOCAL]

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