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    folk
    /fəʊk/

    noun

    • 1. people in general: informal "some folk will do anything for money" Similar peoplehumanspersonsindividuals
    • 2. folk music: "a mixture of folk and reggae"

    adjective

    • 1. relating to the traditional art or culture of a community or nation: "a revival of interest in folk customs"
    • 2. relating to folk music: "a folk club"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFOLKS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    FOLKS definition: 1. used when speaking informally to a group of people: 2. someone's parents: 3. people…. Learn more.

    • English (Uk)

      People who themselves are old by conventional standards,...

  3. www.britannica.com › dictionary › ebWhat's the difference between "folks" and "guys"? - Encyclopedia...

    Both folks and guys are friendly informal words that are used to address, and sometimes refer to, groups of people. Folks is generally viewed as more respectful and polite and therefore tends to be used by adults talking to adults.

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  5. twominenglish.com › folk-or-folksFolk or Folks? What Is the Difference in Meaning? - Two Minute...

    Mar 28, 2024 · On the other hand, “folks” is more casual and personal. It’s another way to say “people” in an informal setting, like saying “my folks” when talking about your family or using it to address a group, such as “Hey folks!”

  6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › folkFolk Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    noun. folk or folks plural : people generally. : folk music. : the great proportion of the members of a people that determines the group character and that tends to preserve its characteristic form of civilization and its customs, arts and crafts, legends, traditions, and superstitions from generation to generation.

  7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFOLK | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    People who themselves are old by conventional standards, often refer to ' the old folks ', clearly indicating a group to which the speakers do not perceive themselves as belonging.

  8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishFOLKS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Not for the faint-hearted, folks: don't try it without the supervision of a properly qualified person in attendance.

  9. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › folksfolks | meaning of folks in Longman Dictionary of Contemporary...

    folks meaning, definition, what is folks: your parents and family: Learn more.

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