Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ilk

noun
/ɪlk/
Definition
A type or kind of something.
Examples
  • All that ilk tend to share similar interests.
  • He belongs to a prestigious ilk of scholars.
  • The artist is known for her work that attracts admirers of the same ilk.
Meaning
The term refers to a particular group or category of similar people or things.
Synonyms
  • Type
  • Kind
  • Sort
  • Category