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kin

/kɪn/

Meanings
  • noun

    1. A group of people who are related by blood or marriage.

    - "My kin live in the countryside."
    - "We were welcomed with open arms by our kin."
    - "My grandfather was a respected elder in his kin."
  • noun

    2. (Scottish Gaelic) A relation, kinsman or kinswoman.

    - "A stranger approached her and asked for her kin."
    - "In the old days, people would avenge the death of their kin."
    - "My mother's kin still live in the Highlands."

Pronunciation
  1. /kɪn/



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Antonyms

can't , cannot , can’t
Synonyms

be able to , cognize , grok , ken , may
Rhymes
Words rhyming with kin
kin , win , begin , thin , grin
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. Kin (Scottish Gaelic) : relation, kinsman or kinswoman

  2. Kin (English) : a type of wood


Variants
List of all variants of kin that leads to same result
kin , kins , -kin , -kins , kin selection , kin selections , kin to , next of kin , kith and kin
Etymology
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Old English: kindred, family; related to kin (n.).


Trivia
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  1. The term 'kinship' comes from the Old English word 'kindscipe', meaning 'relationship by blood or marriage'.

  2. In some African cultures, the concept of 'kin' extends beyond blood relations to include adopted members and even community elders.

  3. The study of kinship is an important field in anthropology and sociology, providing insights into human behavior and social organization.


Related Concepts
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  1. Family: A basic unit of kinship, consisting of parents and their children.

  2. Clan: A larger group of kin, often extended family and their descendants, who share a common ancestor and a collective identity.


Culture
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In many cultures, kinship is an essential aspect of social organization. It defines relationships between individuals and groups, and shapes their roles, responsibilities, and obligations. Kinship is also a source of emotional support and identity.

How to Memorize "kin"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a large family gathering, with people of all ages and generations. Visualize the connections between them, the shared features, and the emotions they express towards each other.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'kin' with 'family' and 'relatives'. Think of the warmth and support that comes from being part of a kin group.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by associating 'kin' with 'kindred spirits'. Remember that kin are the people who share a deep connection with you.


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