non-kin
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/nɑn-kɪn/
🇬🇧
/nɒn-kɪn/
not family
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-kin' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'kin' meaning 'family or relatives'.
Historical Evolution
'non-kin' was formed by combining the prefix 'non-' with 'kin' to describe those not related by blood or marriage.
Meaning Changes
The term has consistently referred to individuals outside of one's family or blood relations.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/06/10 17:52