Etymology

From around 1425 to 1475 from late which itself came from the term with the same meaning. From the term pater ("father") + familiās, an archaic of familia ("family", "household"). Literally meaning "father of the family" or "father of the household". Confer the English word family.

Etymology

From pater ("father") + familiās, an archaic of familia ("family", "household"). Literally meaning "father of the family" or "father of the household".

Noun

1. head of household