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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Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 19 June 2025
But for a good long while we’re also being taught something akin to the art of the deal.
—Lindsey Bahr, Boston Herald, 19 June 2025
The image marks the first time a Martian volcano can be seen on the planet's horizon, offering what NASA says is a view akin to what astronauts on the International Space Station have of Earth.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 18 June 2025
At its highest point, the vehicle extended aerodynamic fins akin to those used on SpaceX's reusable Falcon 9 and Super Heavy boosters.
—ArsTechnica, 18 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for akin
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“Akin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/akin. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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akin
adjective1
: related by blood
2
: essentially similar or related
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