1
: related by blood : descended from a common ancestor or prototype
The dog and fox are closely akin.
2
: essentially similar, related, or compatible
His interests are akin to mine.
Examples of akin in a Sentence
The two languages are closely akin.
foxes are closely akin to dogs
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
While the Wish is like Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, the Treasure is more akin to Through the Looking-Glass.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
The top 10 list of names for both boys and girls was akin to 2023, barring a few changes, BabyCenter said.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
Rooms in the main lodge are akin to traditional hotel rooms and are steps away from all the most significant amenities, like restaurants and pools.
—Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Akin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/akin. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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akin
adjective1
: related by blood
2
: essentially similar or related
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