Definition

A man who is part of a group of people who share a common ancestry or culture.

Example

The clansman proudly wore his traditional attire during the festival.

Conversation

Did you hear about the local clansman who won the competition?

Yeah, I saw that! It's impressive how they keep tradition alive.

I wonder what it takes to become a respected clansman in their community.

Probably a lot of dedication and knowledge about their history.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clansman → It is formed from "clan" (from Scottish Gaelic *clann*, meaning offspring or family) and "-man" (meaning a person). A clansman is a person who belongs to a clan or family group.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'clan' as a family group and '-man' meaning a person — a clansman is simply a person from that family.

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