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brotherly


broth·er·ly

adj \ˈbrə-thər-lē\

Definition of BROTHERLY

1
: of or relating to brothers
2
: natural or becoming to brothers : affectionate <brotherly love>
— broth·er·li·ness noun
— brotherly adverb
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Examples of BROTHERLY

  1. He gave his sister a brotherly hug.
  2. He received brotherly support from his fellow priests.

First Known Use of BROTHERLY

before 12th century

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Rhymes with BROTHERLY

motherly, southerly

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