Distaff Side

Pronunciation: /ˈdɪstæf saɪd/

Definitions of distaff side

noun the female side of a family

Example Sentences

A1 My grandmother on my distaff side taught me how to knit.

A2 I have a large family on my distaff side, with many aunts and cousins.

B1 I am proud of my heritage on my distaff side, which includes strong women who have overcome many challenges.

B2 The traditions passed down from generation to generation on my distaff side are very important to me.

C1 I have researched my family history extensively, tracing back several generations on my distaff side.

C2 The matriarchs on my distaff side have always been the backbone of our family, providing strength and guidance in times of need.

Examples of distaff side in a Sentence

formal The inheritance was passed down through the distaff side of the family.

informal Most of the family heirlooms come from the distaff side.

slang My grandma's jewelry all comes from the distaff side - it's so cool!

figurative The distaff side of the business is where all the creativity comes from.

Grammatical Forms of distaff side

• past tense: distaff sided
• plural: distaff sides
• comparative: more distaff side
• superlative: most distaff side
• present tense: distaff sides
• future tense: will distaff side
• perfect tense: have distaff sided
• continuous tense: is distaff siding
• singular: distaff side
• positive degree: distaff side
• infinitive: to distaff side
• gerund: distaff siding
• participle: distaff siding

Origin and Evolution of distaff side

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The term 'distaff side' originated from the spinning tool known as a distaff, which was traditionally used by women to hold fibers while spinning yarn or thread.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'distaff side' evolved to refer to the female side of a family or lineage, often used in genealogy or to distinguish maternal relatives from paternal ones.