clannish

English

Etymology

clan +‎ -ish

Pronunciation
  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈklæn.ɪʃ/
  • Rhymes: -ænɪʃ

Adjective

clannish (comparative more clannish, superlative most clannish)

  1. Of or related to a clan.
  2. Socially exclusive.
    • 2020 September 3, Kim Willsher, “French reporter who joined police exposes racism and violence”, in The Guardian‎, →ISSN:
      Gendrot describes a “clannish” system that ensures officers close ranks to protect their own, leading to a sense of impunity.

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