Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hillfolk
noun
/ˈhɪlfoʊk/
Definition
People who live in hilly or mountainous areas.
Examples
- The hillfolk there have a rich tradition of storytelling.
- We visited the hillfolk during our vacation to the mountains.
- Many hillfolk rely on farming and livestock for their livelihoods.
Meaning
Hillfolk refers to the inhabitants of hills or hillsides, often characterized by their distinct culture and lifestyle that is adapted to the mountainous terrain.
Synonyms
- Mountain dwellers
- Highlanders
- Hill people
