noun
three types of relatives
Refers to a traditional Chinese-influenced concept of three familial relationship categories, often used in historical or legal contexts. The exact groupings vary by source, but commonly include combinations such as father, children, and grandchildren; or parents, siblings, wife and children.
古代中国の法律では、三族に連座が及ぶことがあった。
In ancient Chinese law, collective punishment could extend to the three types of relatives.