On the distaff side In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "on the distaff side", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-07-24 05:07

Meaning of On the distaff side

On the distaff side phrase informal

Used to talk about the woman’s side of the family.

Actually, I am not close to my aunt on the distaff side.

It comes as a surprise to know that Peter is a relation on the distaff side.

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