Kith and kin
friends and relatives; blood relations and close associates
Kith and kin
friends and relatives; blood relations and close associates
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Examples
"If we have no love for our kith and kin, we cannot be expected to love humanity."
"She invited all her kith and kin to the wedding reception."
Mnemonic Trick
Kith = acquaintances, kin = relatives — remember both networks.
Cultural Context
Slightly formal/archaic; used for family-related topics.
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