Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
menfolk
noun
/ˈmɛnfoʊk/
Definition
A term used to refer to men in a collective or familial sense.
Examples
- The menfolk of the village gathered to discuss the upcoming festival.
- During the family reunion, the menfolk shared stories around the campfire.
- She often joked about how the menfolk never helped with household chores.
Meaning
Menfolk typically refers to the male members of a family or group. It is often used in conversational contexts to denote the males of a certain community or household.
Synonyms
- men
- males
- guys
- brothers
- fathers
