kinsman

[ˈkɪnzmən]

kinsman Definition

• 1. a man who is one of a person's blood relations
• 2. a male relative

Using kinsman: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "kinsman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He is my kinsman, we share the same grandfather.

• Example

  The kinsman was invited to the family reunion.

• Example

  The kinsman inherited the estate after his uncle passed away.

kinsman Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for kinsman

• relative
• cousin
• kinsfolk

Phrases with kinsman

• blood kinsman

  a male relative by birth

  Example

  The blood kinsman was the only one who could inherit the family fortune.

• kinsman by marriage

  a male relative through marriage

  Example

  Her husband's brother is her kinsman by marriage.

• kinsman of the flesh

  a male relative by blood or marriage

  Example

  The kinsman of the flesh was the only one who could donate the kidney.

Origins of kinsman

from Middle English 'kynnes man', meaning 'relative'

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Summary: kinsman in Brief

'Kinsman' [ˈkɪnzmən] refers to a male blood relative or male relative in general. It can be used to describe a male family member, such as a cousin, or a male relative through marriage. Examples include 'He is my kinsman, we share the same grandfather.' and 'The kinsman inherited the estate after his uncle passed away.'