👉 Curvilineal is a concept in anthropology, which refers to the study of human societies and cultures that are characterized by a high degree of similarity between their cultural practices, beliefs, and traditions. It emphasizes the importance of cultural similarities for understanding the development of societies and the transmission of cultural values. The term "curvilineal" comes from the Greek word "κύρυξ", which means "curve," as it relates to the curvature or shape of human cultures and societies. In
