first-cousin-3X-removed

Definition

A genealogical term for a distant relative who shares a common ancestor several generations back (also written as first-cousin-thrice-removed). They're family in the technical sense, but you probably won't recognize them at reunions.

Example Usage

My first-cousin-3X-removed lives three states away, and I've only met them once at a family gathering years ago.

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