definition of the word gens

gens

1. generations

• gen

gens

1. An extended Roman clan, whose members are related by birth or marriage.

gens

1. a bit
2. a few

From Latin gens.

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gens m. pl.

1. set of people

   Ces gens-là ont toujours été sympas avec moi.

   Je n’aime pas les gens qui se prennent pour le nombril du monde.

• gente

• peuple m.

• IPA: /ˈgeːns/

gēns (genitive gentis); f, third declension

1. Roman clan, related by birth or marriage and sharing a common name.
2. tribe; people
3. the chief gods

¹ May also be gentīs.

• genticus
• gentilicus
• gentilis
• gentilitas

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