Definition

A family relationship or connection between people, often through blood, marriage, or adoption.

Example

The kinship between the siblings was evident in their shared traits and behaviors.

Conversation

I love how strong our kinship is during family gatherings.

Me too! It really makes the celebrations feel special.

Yeah, it's great to have that sense of connection, isn't it?

Absolutely! It reminds me of how important family is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Kinship → It is formed from "kin" (from Old English "cyn", meaning family or race) and "-ship" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "kinship" refers to the state of being related to others in a family or group.

Memory Tip

Think of 'kin' as your family and '-ship' as a state of being. This helps you remember that kinship means the condition of being related to your family.

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