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brotherly


broth·er·ly

adjective \ˈbrə-thər-lē\

: showing or suggesting the love and closeness of a brother

Full 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

Related to BROTHERLY

Synonyms
fraternal

Rhymes with BROTHERLY

motherly, southerly

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