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kind

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noun \ˈkīnd\

Definition of KIND

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a archaic : nature b archaic : family, lineage
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archaic : manner
3
: fundamental nature or quality : essence
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a : a group united by common traits or interests : category b : a specific or recognized variety <what kind of car do you drive> c : a doubtful or barely admissible member of a category <a kind of gray>
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a : goods or commodities as distinguished from money <payment in kind> b : the equivalent of what has been offered or received
all kinds of
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: many <likes all kinds of sports>
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: plenty of <has all kinds of time>

Examples of KIND

  1. hawks and other birds of that kind
  2. In this city, you'll find many kinds of people.
  3. I like to try different kinds of food.
  4. She described the color as a kind of red.
  5. I think he's an accountant, financial adviser, or something of that kind.

Origin of KIND

Middle English kinde, from Old English cynd; akin to Old English cynn kin
First Known Use: before 12th century

Rhymes with KIND

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