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FOLK

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Folk.

How to pronounce folk:

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Folk - as a noun

People in general (often used in the plural)

Example: "They're just country folk"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
common peoplefolks
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
people
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A social division of (usually preliterate) people

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tribe
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social group
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

People descended from a common ancestor

Example: "His family has lived in massachusetts since the mayflower"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
familyfamily linekinfolkkinsfolkphratrysept
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ancestrybloodblood linebloodlinedescentlineline of descentlineageoriginparentagepedigreestemmastock
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The traditional and typically anonymous music that is an expression of the life of people in a community

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ethnic musicfolk music
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
popular musicpopular music genre
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Folk - as an adjective

Of or pertaining to the inhabitants of a land, their culture, tradition, or history.

Of or pertaining to common people as opposed to ruling classes or elites.

Of or related to local building materials and styles.

Believed or transmitted by the common people; not academically correct or rigorous.

Example: "Folk psychology; folk linguistics"

Example Sentences

"The folk in this town are known for their friendliness."
"She learned traditional folk dances from her grandmother."
"The folk of this region have a unique dialect."
"He is a talented folk musician."
"The folk gathered around the fire to listen to stories."
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Word Game Points

Is FOLK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, folk is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FOLK has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is FOLK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, folk is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FOLK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is FOLK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, folk is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FOLK has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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