(treated as singular or plural) Plural for a group of related individuals living together as a unit
“I grew up in a big and happy family.”
Plural for a group of people related by blood or marriage
“Christmas is when I usually get to meet the rest of my family.”
Plural for descendants from a common ancestor
“Her parents were adamant that her future husband came from the right family.”
Plural for the children of a person or couple being discussed
“The couple worked hard to take care of their family.”
(taxonomy) Plural for a group classed together on the basis of having common characteristics
“This species can climb trees like an opossum and is of the marsupial family.”
Plural for an association of people who share common beliefs or activities
“The church welcomed new members into its family.”
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