clans

noun
UK /klænz/
US /klænz/

Clans are big groups of families that are related to each other.

The two clans have been friends for many years.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Groups of people who share a strong common interest or goal.

Fans of the team formed clans in the stadium.

3. In games, groups of players who play together as a team.

Our clan won the online tournament.

4. In Scottish history, groups of families with the same ancestor and name.

The Scottish clans wore different tartan patterns.