kinsman
/'kinzmən/
Definition
Noun: A male relative; a man who is connected to another person by blood or, less commonly, by marriage.
Usage
The word "kinsman" is a formal or somewhat old-fashioned term used to specify a male relative. It is often used in historical, legal, or literary contexts. It emphasizes the bond of kinship or family connection.
Examples
- He was welcomed and aided by a distant kinsman who lived in the city.
- In the ancient tale, the hero's duty was to avenge the death of his kinsman.
- The will listed several kinsmen as potential heirs.
Advanced Usage
- Collective Use: The plural form "kinsmen" can refer collectively to a group of male relatives or clansmen.
- He called upon his kinsmen for support in the dispute.
- Archaic/Legal Context: The term is commonly found in older texts, legal documents, or when discussing familial obligations in a traditional sense.
Variants and Related Words
- Kinswoman (noun): A female relative.
- Kinship (noun): The state of being related by blood or family ties.
- Kin (noun): One's family and relations (a more general, modern, and commonly used term that includes both males and females).
Synonyms
- Relative
- Relation
- Family member
- Blood relation
Antonyms
- Stranger
- Non-relative
Notes
"Kinsman" is a gender-specific term. In modern usage, the gender-neutral term "kin" or "relative" is often preferred unless specifying gender is necessary for clarity or stylistic reasons.
Noun
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a male relative
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