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Topic: We’ve got a family
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Sibling Rivalry | Conflict or competition between brothers and sisters, often involving jealousy or fighting over attention and resources within the family. |
| Matriarch | Woman who is the head or leader of a family, clan, or community, often respected for her authority and wisdom. |
| Foster Care | Temporary living arrangement in which a child is placed with a family that is not their biological family, usually because their own parents are unable to care for them. |
| Lineage | The direct descent from an ancestor; the sequence of generations in a family. |
| Guardian ad litem | Person appointed by the court to represent and protect the best interests of a child or an incapacitated adult during legal proceedings. |
| Extended family | family group including parents, children, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, often living together or closely connected. |
| Kinship | The relationship or connection between people based on blood, marriage, or adoption. |
| Next of kin | The closest living relative of a person, usually identified for legal or medical purposes. |
| Cohabitation | Living together in a romantic relationship without being legally married. |
| Blended family | Family formed when two separate families combine, often after remarriage, bringing together children from previous relationships. |