kinsman
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Noun — A male relative.
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Etymology
From Middle English "kynnesman," built from kin plus man.
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What does “kinsman” mean?
The word “kinsman” means a male relative. In plain terms, a male member of your family, especially used in older or formal writing.
How do you pronounce “kinsman”?
“Kinsman” is pronounced KIHNZ-muhn ([ˈkʰɪnz.mən] in IPA).
How do you use “kinsman” in a sentence?
Here is “kinsman” used in a sentence: “The old man left his farm to his nearest kinsman.”
What part of speech is “kinsman”?
“Kinsman” is a noun.
Where does the word “kinsman” come from?
The word “kinsman” comes from Middle English. From Middle English "kynnesman," built from kin plus man.