
What does “patriarchy” mean? Origin of the term, linguistic use and current debate
The word “patriarchy” derives from the term “patriarch” which in turn comes from ancient Greek patriarchs (which is linked to a series of terms – “father”, “tribe” And “command” – and it means “progenitor”). It was originally used to describe a family system in which authority was held by the male head of the family. Over time, the meaning broadened ...








