/kəˈlætərəl ˈrɛlətɪv/ – Phrase
Definition: người bà con theo bàng hệ.
A more thorough explanation: A collateral relative is a family member who is not in a direct line of descent, such as aunts, uncles, cousins, and other relatives who are not parents, siblings, or children.
Example: In the event that the deceased did not leave a will, the estate would pass to the closest collateral relative, such as a cousin or aunt.