kinswoman

noun

kins·wom·an ˈkinz-ˌwu̇-mən

: a female relative

writing a biography of his famous kinswoman

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of kinswoman was in the 14th century

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“Kinswoman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kinswoman. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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kinswoman

noun

kins·wom·an ˈkinz-ˌwu̇m-ən

: a woman who is a relative usually by birth

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