Kissing Kin (Noun)
Meaning
A more or less distant relative; familiar enough to be greeted with a kiss.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- At the family reunion, she was happy to see her kissing kin from out of town.
- He hadn't seen his kissing kin in years, but they still shared a warm hug and a kiss on the cheek.
- The term "kissing kin" was often used in the rural community to describe relatives who were close enough to be greeted with a kiss.
- As she walked into the party, she was surrounded by her kissing kin, all of whom were eager to catch up and share a kiss.
- In some cultures, kissing kin is a common practice among relatives who are familiar with each other.