氏族, 宗族
a group of people united by kinship and descent, which is traditionally reckoned through either the mother or father.
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• The ancient clan had a strong sense of loyalty.
這個古老的氏族有很強的忠誠感。
• Members of the same clan often share a common surname.
同一個氏族的成員通常共享一個姓氏。