May 11: matrifocal ma-truh-FOH-kuhl, mey- , adjective; 1. focused or

May 11: matrifocal ma-truh-FOH-kuhl, mey- , adjective; 1. focused or centered on the mother. 2. of, pertaining to, or designating a family unit or structure headed by the mother and lacking a father permanently or for extended periods.