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Brother
01
a man who shares a mother and father with us
Examples
Emily 's brother likes to play video games and watch sports on TV.
02
a man who is a member of a religious group, particularly a monk
Examples
Brother Thomas spends his days in prayer and service at the monastery.
InformalExamples
What 's up, brother? It's been a while!
3.1
a man who is a fellow member of a fraternity, religion, or other organized group
Examples
The brothers gathered for the annual fraternity dinner.
3.2
a form of address used among men involved in the same movement or cause
Examples
" Stay strong, brother, " the activist said to his comrade.
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brotherhood
brotherlike
brotherly
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