Klan
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Noun — Short informal form of "Ku Klux Klan," the white supremacist organisation.
Synonyms
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KKK
Etymology
A shortened form of "Ku Klux Klan."
Full origin of Klan →Frequently asked questions
What does “Klan” mean?
The word “Klan” means short informal form of "Ku Klux Klan," the white supremacist organisation.
How do you pronounce “Klan”?
“Klan” is pronounced klan (/klæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Klan” in a sentence?
Here is “Klan” used in a sentence: “The museum exhibit covered the rise and violence of the Klan in the Reconstruction era.”
What part of speech is “Klan”?
“Klan” is a noun.
Is “Klan” a common word?
“Klan” is an uncommon word in modern English.