Ambilineal descent groups such as Samoans, Maori, and Hawaiians are sometimes referred to as:

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Ambilineal descent groups are those in which individuals can choose to affiliate with either their mother's or father's descent group or both. Unlike unilineal descent groups which only recognize descent through one parent, ambilineal descent groups recognize descent through both sides of the family, making them cognatic descent groups.

Ambilineal Descent Groups Such as Samoans, Maori, and Hawaiians Are