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kinship

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˈkɪnˌʃɪp// UK //kˈɪnʃɪp// kin·ship

n. a feeling of being close to others because you share the same family, history, or interests. It is the deep connection you feel with people who are like you.

n. the state of being related by blood or marriage; by extension, a sharing of characteristics or origins that creates a sense of belonging.


SIMPLE

She felt a strong sense of kinship with her fellow travelers.

CONTEXTUAL

The two neighboring tribes maintained their kinship through shared rituals and frequent intermarriage over several centuries.

COMPLEX

Beyond mere biological ties, the concept of kinship encompasses the complex web of social obligations and emotional bonds that define a community's internal structure.

Synonyms
Origin

From kin + -ship.

Usage

Often follows the verbs 'feel' or 'sense' and is frequently paired with the preposition 'with'.

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