What is another word for distaff side?
Pronunciation: [dɪstˈaf sˈa͡ɪd] (IPA) 
Distaff side is a phrase that refers to a person's maternal side of the family. Synonyms for this phrase include "maternal relatives," "mother's kin," "matriarchal lineage," "matrilineal side," "maternal ancestry," and "mother's family." Each of these phrases connotes a sense of connection, history, and tradition that extends back through generations of a person's female ancestors. While the term "distaff side" may seem antiquated or outdated, it is still used in some circles to distinguish between a person's maternal and paternal relatives. However, whichever term is used, the love and respect for one's family remains the same.
