extended family

[ik-sten-did fam-uh-lee, fam lee] / ɪkˈstɛn dɪd ˈfæm ə li, ˈfæm li /

NOUN

parents, children, and relatives

Synonyms

STRONGEST

nuclear family

WEAK

binuclear family kinship group menage ménage relations

Example Sentences

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If he wins the tournament, the Fulham player says he will be on the phone to his parents and sister straight away, while his extended family will be dancing.

From BBC

But sometimes gift-giving can feel competitive, especially among extended family where budgets can differ, says Prof Perry.

From BBC

The alleged victim, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is not a member of Mr Hayler or Ms Price's extended families.

From BBC

Just a few weeks ago, the family celebrated Al’s 77th birthday in the garden along with their extended family.

From Los Angeles Times

Of the more than 10 homes that he, his mom and extended family had throughout the area, only three would survive.

From Los Angeles Times