kind (EN)

noun, adjective

noun “kind”

1. a group of people or things that have similar characteristics; a type or category
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   What kind of books do you like to read?
2. used to indicate something that is similar to but not exactly the same as something else; sort of
   She cooked a kind of soup using leftover vegetables.
3. the same action or behavior in response
   He smiled at her, and she responded in kind.
4. goods or services given in exchange instead of money, especially as payment
   The villagers paid their rent in kind, offering crops instead of cash.
5. one of the elements (bread or wine) used in the Christian Communion service
   The congregation received both kinds during the service.

adjective “kind”

1. caring and considerate towards others; gentle and helpful
   She is always kind to animals and takes care of them.
2. beneficial or favorable; causing good things to happen
   The sunny weather was kind to the farmers' crops this season.