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- Dictionaryconsanguinity/ˌkɒnsaŋˈɡwɪnɪti/
noun
- 1. the fact of being descended from the same ancestor: "the marriage was annulled on grounds of consanguinity"
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1. : the quality or state of being consanguineous. persons related by consanguinity. 2. : a close relation or connection. the consanguinity of monotheistic religions. Examples of consanguinity in a Sentence.
Consanguinity (from Latin consanguinitas 'blood relationship') is the characteristic of having a kinship with a relative who is descended from a common ancestor. Many jurisdictions have laws prohibiting people who are related by blood from marrying or having sexual relations with each other.
CONSANGUINITY definition: 1. the condition of being blood relations (= related to someone by birth, not marriage): 2. the…. Learn more.
Consanguinity definition: relationship by descent from a common ancestor; kinship (distinguished from affinity).. See examples of CONSANGUINITY used in a sentence.
CONSANGUINITY meaning: 1. the condition of being blood relations (= related to someone by birth, not marriage): 2. the…. Learn more.
consanguinity in British English. (ˌkɒnsæŋˈɡwɪnɪtɪ ) noun. 1. relationship by blood; kinship. 2. close affinity or connection. 3. geology. (of igneous rocks) similarity of origin, as shown by common mineral and chemical compositions and often texture.
The noun consanguinity means "relation by blood," so if you want to dazzle your brother, point out that consanguinity isn't the only reason you hang out with him — he's also a great guy!
