Meaning of akin(p) in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    akin(p)

    Definitions

    1. similar or related in quality or character

    Examples

    • « a feeling akin to terror »
    • « kindred souls »
    • « the amateur is closely related to the collector »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. related by blood

    Synonyms

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