Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
close-cousin
Noun
/kloʊsˈkʌz.ɪn/
Definition
A close-cousin is a relative who is the child of one’s aunt or uncle, with a familial bond that is typically stronger than that of a more distant cousin.
Examples
- My close-cousin and I used to play together every summer.
- Family gatherings are always fun when my close-cousin is around.
- We share a lot of memories since my close-cousin and I grew up in the same neighborhood.
Meaning
The term ‘close-cousin’ often refers to first cousins, who share a significant amount of genetic material and family ties, making their relationship relatively close compared to second or more distant cousins.
Synonyms
- First cousin
- Cousin
- Relative
