Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kinfolk

noun
/ˈkɪn.foʊk/
Definition
Relatives or family members collectively.
Examples
  • We invited all our kinfolk to the family reunion.
  • She felt a deep connection to her kinfolk, even though they lived far apart.
Meaning
Kinfolk refers to those individuals who are related to one another through blood or marriage. It encompasses a sense of belonging and familial connection that is often strong in certain cultures.
Synonyms
  • relatives
  • family
  • relations
  • kin