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folks

/fəʊks/ /foʊks/

Meanings
noun
A grouping of smaller peoples or tribes as a nation.

Examples :

"The Iroquois Confederacy was formed when several distinct folks, like the Mohawk and Seneca, united for mutual protection and governance. "
nation group

Related Words

Illustration apartment

apartment noun

/əˈpɑːt.mənt/ /əˈpɑɹt.mənt/

A complete domicile occupying only part of a building, especially one for rent; a flat.

"My sister found a small apartment near the university for her first year of college. "

Illustration protection

protection noun

/pɹəˈtɛkʃən/

The process of keeping (something or someone) safe.

"Raincoats give protection from rain."

Illustration midwestern

midwestern adjective

/ˌmɪdˈwɛstərn/ /ˌmɪdˈwɛstən/

Of, pertaining to, or characteristic of the Midwest.

"The farm had a very midwestern feel, with its wide open fields and big red barn. "

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especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

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particular noun

/pəˈtɪkjələ/ /pəˈtɪkjəlɚ/

A small individual part of something larger; a detail, a point.

"The teacher pointed out a particular detail in the math problem that several students missed. "

Illustration confederacy

confederacy noun

/kənˈfɛdəɹəsi/

An alliance.

"The students formed a confederacy to advocate for healthier lunch options in the school cafeteria. "

Illustration newcomers

newcomers noun

/ˈnjuːkʌmərz/ /ˈnukʌmərz/

One who has recently come to a community; a recent arrival.

"The school organized a welcome party for the newcomers. "

Illustration inhabitants

inhabitants noun

/ɪnˈhæbɪtənts/

Someone or thing who lives in a place.

"The forest's inhabitants include deer, squirrels, and many types of birds. "

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grandfather noun

/ˈɡɹæn(d)ˌfɑːðə(r)/ /ˈɡɹæn(d)ˌfɑðɚ/

A father of someone's parent.

"My grandfather helped me with my math homework. "

Illustration relatives

relatives noun

/ˈɹɛl.ə.tɪvz/

Someone in the same family; someone connected by blood, marriage, or adoption.

"Why do my relatives always talk about sex?"

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welcoming adjective

/ˈwɛlkəmɪŋ/ /ˈwɛlkəmɪn/

Hospitable, accessible and cordial.

"The new coffee shop has a very welcoming atmosphere, with comfortable chairs and friendly staff. "

Illustration governance

governance noun

/ˈɡʌvənəns/ /ˈɡʌvəɹnəns/

The process, or the power, of governing; government or administration.

""Good governance in a company ensures fair treatment for all employees." "