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Kin is a blood relative. The term “kin” is ordinarily applied to relationships through ties of blood or consanguinity. However, it is sometimes used generally to include relatives by marriage or adoptionKin is also called kindred, kinsman, and kinswoman. 

See also: estates and trusts, family law statutes

[Last updated in April of 2022 by the Wex Definitions Team]