1. people in general
Usage: informal
2. one’s parents or family members
Usage: informal
3. people of a particular group or type
Usage: informal

Examples

• The folks at the office are really friendly.
• I’m visiting my folks this weekend.
• Young folks today are very tech-savvy.
• The folks in this neighborhood are helpful.
• My folks live in Florida now.
• City folks often move to the suburbs.
• Some folks prefer tea over coffee.