Similar to (4)
'similar to' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for akin that I've seen before include "Close" , "Related or similar - as a relative?" , "Similar, like" , "Of similar character" , "Having similar characteristics" .)
'similar to' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for like that I've seen before include "Find appealing" , "something similar" , "Find enjoyable" , "Fancy - resembling" , "Relish" .)
(Another definition for ala that I've seen is " side petal".)