townsfolk

[ tounz-fohk ]

plural noun

1. townspeople.

Word History and Origins

Origin of townsfolk¹

First recorded in 1730–40; town + 's ¹ + folk

Example Sentences

The townsfolk had assembled at the Farooq mosque, hoping the recovery of the bodies would finish in time for them to be buried during noon prayers.

From Los Angeles Times

In contrast to the warmly interconnected townsfolk we first met, these wage shills, who open up to each other in a long car ride, lead pinched, lonely, unrealized lives.

From Los Angeles Times

It was a hot night, and the park was full of townsfolk, outdoors after dinner to keep cool, strolling on the graveled walks, chatting on the benches, laughing, watching the children romp and frisk about.

From Literature

German newspapers, in turn, carried equally exaggerated accounts of German soldiers being savagely mutilated and killed by Belgian townsfolk.

From Literature

One day each year, townsfolk gather to hash out local issues.

From Seattle Times