brethren
breth·ren
\ˈbreth-rən; ˈbre-thə-, -thərn\ —used chiefly in formal or solemn address or in referring to the members of a profession, society, or sect
First Known Use of BRETHREN
before 12th century
Brethren
noun pluralDefinition of BRETHREN
: members of various sects originating chiefly in 18th century German Pietism; especially : dunkers
First Known Use of BRETHREN
1822
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