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Wiktionary
GENS, abbreviation. Generations
GENS, noun. (historical) A legally defined unit of Roman society, being a collection of people related by birth, marriage or adoption, but allowing a greater amount of time between members and their common ancestor than is commonly implied by the term related.
GENS, noun. (anthropology) A tribal subgroup whose members are characterized by having the same descent, usually along the male line.
Dictionary definition
GENS, noun. Family based on male descent; "he had no sons and there was no one to carry on his name".
Wise words
Speak clearly, if you speak at all; carve every word before
you let it fall.