Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kinswoman

Noun
/ˈkɪnzˌwʊmən/
Definition
A kinswoman is a female relative or a woman who is part of the same family or clan.
Examples
  • Her kinswoman visited her every summer.
  • They were all kinswomen, bound by the same family tree.
Meaning
The term ‘kinswoman’ refers specifically to female members of a family or community, highlighting familial connections.
Synonyms
  • female relative
  • relation
  • sister
  • cousin