Ilk: meaning, definitions and examples

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ilk

 

[ ษชlk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type, kind

Ilk refers to a type or kind of something, often used to denote a group with similar characteristics or qualities. It is commonly used in a phrase such as 'of that ilk,' meaning of the same kind or type. The term is often found in both formal and informal contexts, emphasizing the similarity or shared traits among members of a category.

Synonyms

category, kind, sort, type

Examples of usage

  • Politicians of the same ilk tend to favor similar policies.
  • They associated with people of that ilk at the conference.
  • Writers of her ilk have contributed to the genre significantly.

Translations

Translations of the word "ilk" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น primeiro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคนเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช erste

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pertama

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pierwszy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœ€ๅˆใฎ (saisho no)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท premier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ primero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ilk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฒซ ๋ฒˆ์งธ (cheot beonje)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃูˆู„ (al-awwal)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prvnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prvรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฌฌไธ€ (dรฌ yฤซ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prvi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fyrsti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั–ั€ั–ะฝัˆั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒ แƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜ (pirvel)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ birinci

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ primero

Etymology

The word 'ilk' has its origins in the Old English term 'ilca,' which means 'same' or 'the same.' It can also be traced back to the Middle Scots language, where it retained a similar meaning. Over time, 'ilk' evolved in its usage, particularly in Scottish and northern English dialects. It became more common in the 19th century, especially in literary contexts. The phrase 'of that ilk' has been a notable expression, often used to denote a person or thing belonging to the same category or lineage. This historical usage highlights the word's role in distinguishing and categorizing different types or groups, maintaining its relevance in contemporary language.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,967, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.