family

/ˈfæm.ɪ.li/ /ˈfæm.ə.li/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of people related by birth, marriage, or adoption who live together or share a common household.

“She valued her family above everything else in life.”

2. noun

A group of people who work together, share common interests, or are associated with a particular activity.

“The family of jazz musicians performed on stage tonight.”

3. verb

To make or bring into a family relationship; to establish or regard as a member of a family.

“The couple decided to adopt and family their new child.”

4. verb

To regard or treat as a member of a family; to consider or identify with a particular group.

“The company tried to family the employees to the company culture.”

Synonyms

  • clan
  • household
  • kin
  • relatives
  • tribe

Antonyms

  • outsider
  • stranger