patriarchy
pa|tri|ar|chy /p'eɪtriɑːrki/ (patriarchies)
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Patriarchy is a system in which men have all or most of the power and importance in a society or group.
The main cause of women's and children's oppression is patriarchy.
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A patriarchy is a patriarchal society.
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Patriarchy is a system in which men have all or most of the power and importance in a society or group.
The main cause of women's and children's oppression is patriarchy.
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A patriarchy is a patriarchal society.