What is a cousin?
Q: What is a cousin?
A: A cousin is a relative who shares a common ancestor but is not a direct ancestor or descendant.
Q: Is a first cousin the only type of cousin?
A: No, there are different types of cousin relationships with different degrees and removals.
Q: How is a cousin relationship measured?
A: Cousin relationships are measured by degree and removal.
Q: What does it mean to be a second cousin once removed?
A: Being a second cousin once removed means that you are a cousin with a degree of two and a removal of one.
Q: Can cousins be direct ancestors or descendants?
A: No, cousins are not direct ancestors or descendants.
Q: Who is considered a first cousin?
A: A first cousin is the child of someone's aunt or uncle.
Q: Is the word "cousin" exclusive to genealogy?
A: No, the word "cousin" is commonly used in everyday language to refer to a relative who shares a common ancestor.
