consanguinity

(noun)

The property of being from the same kinship as another person. In that aspect, consanguinity is the quality of being descended from the same ancestor as another person. The laws of many jurisdictions set out degrees of consanguinity in relation to prohibited sexual relations and marriage parties.

Related Terms

  • Golden Age
  • Spanish Golden Age
  • Spanish Armada

Examples of consanguinity in the following topics:

  • The Spanish Habsburgs

    • The Spanish branch of the Habsburg royal family was noted for extreme consanguinity.
    • The Spanish branch of the Habsburg royal family was noted for extreme consanguinity.
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