clan
noun
Definitions of clan noun
- Countable(可數名詞)Singular/Plural verb(單複數動詞)
A group of families, especially in Scotland, who share a common ancestor and often have the same surname.
（尤指蘇格蘭的）宗族；氏族；家族
This clan played a significant role in the local history.
這個宗族在當地歷史中扮演了重要角色。
Members of the clan gather annually to celebrate their traditions.
宗族成員每年聚集一次慶祝他們的傳統。
They have a long and powerful clan history.
他們有著悠久且強大的宗族歷史。
- Countable(可數名詞)Singular/Plural verb(單複數動詞)informal(非正式)
A large family or a group of people with shared interests or characteristics.
家族；氏族；（有共同利益的）群體；集團
They are like a close-knit clan, always supporting each other.
他們就像一個緊密的家族，總是互相支持。
The members of the club are like a close-knit clan.
這個俱樂部的成員就像一個緊密的家族。
This group of scientists is like a clan focused on research.
這群科學家就像一個專注於研究的家族。
Idioms
- a/the gathering of the clans
An event where a large group of family members or friends come together, typically to enjoy themselves.
大型親友家族聚會
• Every summer, we have a gathering of the clans to allow everyone to reunite and spend time together.
每年夏天，我們都會舉辦家族聚會，讓大家團聚並共度時光。