brotherhood

Meanings

• noun

  A group of men or women who are bound together by a common affiliation, interest, or purpose.

  - "The mafia is a dangerous brotherhood."
  - "The brotherhood of artists supports each other's work."

• noun

  A close relationship between brothers or brothers in a fraternal organization.

  - "The brotherhood of monks lived in seclusion."
  - "The fraternity brotherhood held an annual reunion."

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Synonyms

association , brethren , fellowship , fraternity , sodality

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with brotherhood
sisterhood , neighborhood , brotherly

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Variants

List of all variants of brotherhood that leads to same result
brotherhood , brotherhoods , blood brother , blood brotherhood , blood brotherhoods , blood brothers

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'broðor' meaning 'brother' + 'hood' meaning 'group' or 'covering'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'brotherhood' is often used in the context of secret societies and fraternal organizations.

2. The term 'brotherhood' is also used in the context of organized crime, particularly the mafia.

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Related Concepts

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1. fraternity: A social organization for men, typically based on common academic or professional interests.

2. sorority: A social organization for women, typically based on common academic or professional interests.

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Culture

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Brotherhood has been used extensively in literature, particularly in the context of fraternal organizations. It represents a strong bond between individuals, often based on shared values and experiences. In music, the term is used in various genres, including hip hop and heavy metal, to describe a sense of unity and camaraderie.

How to Memorize "brotherhood"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of people standing together with their arms around each other, symbolizing a strong bond.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the term 'brother' and imagine a close relationship between siblings.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Bring Others Routine Help and Understanding' to remember the definition.

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