Meaning of the word patriarch in English

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

patriarch

US /ˈpeɪ.tri.ɑːrk/
UK /ˈpeɪ.tri.ɑːk/

Noun

a powerful man in a family:

Example:
In the movie, Williams plays the part of the family patriarch.