1. groups of families descended from a common ancestor, especially in Scottish Highland culture
2. close-knit groups of people with shared interests or characteristics

Examples

• The Scottish clans gathered for the annual Highland games.
• Many clans still wear their traditional tartans with pride.
• The feuding clans finally made peace after generations of conflict.
• She studied the history of various Celtic clans in her research.
• The gaming community formed different clans based on their favorite strategies.
• Political clans often dominate local elections in some regions.
• The rival clans competed fiercely in the tournament.