Meaning of the word families in English

What does families mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

families

US /ˈfæm.ə.liz/
UK /ˈfæm.ə.liz/

Plural Noun

1.

groups of people related by blood, marriage, or adoption

Example:
Many families gathered for the annual reunion.
We need to support all types of families in our community.
2.

groups of related things or organisms

Example:
The cat families include lions, tigers, and domestic cats.
Botanists classify plants into different families based on their characteristics.