paterfamilias

• Существительное, обозначающее мужчину, который является главой семьи, домохозяйства или рода, часто обладающего властью над его членами.

A noun referring to the male head of a family, household, or tribe, often holding authority over its members.

1. Male head of a family or householdC2formal

   The male head of a family, household, or tribe, who holds authority and responsibility over its members.

   Глава семьи

   • In ancient Rome, the paterfamilias had legal authority over his entire household.
   • He acted as the paterfamilias, making all major decisions for the family.
   • The role of the paterfamilias has evolved significantly in modern society.

   Synonymsfatherhead of householdpatriarch