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spear side
noun
the male side, or
line
of
descent
, of a family (
opposed to
distaff side
or
spindle side
).
Origin:
1860–65
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distaff side
the male side or branch of a family
Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 10th Edition
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