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Moiety
see synonyms of moietyNoun
2. moiety
one of two basic subdivisions of a tribe
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Moiety
see synonyms of moietynoun plural -ties archaic
1.
a half
2.
one of two parts or divisions of something
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Moiety
see synonyms of moiety nounWord forms: plural ˈmoieties
1.
a half; either of two equal, or more or less equal, parts
2.
an indefinite share or part
3. Anthropology
either of two primary subdivisions in some tribes
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Moiety
see synonyms of moietyn. pl. moi·e·ties
1. A half.
2. A part, portion, or share.
3. Anthropology Either of two kinship groups based on unilateral descent that together make up a tribe or society.
4. Chemistry A well-defined part of a larger molecule.
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