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brethren

breth·ren \ ˈbret͟h-rən ; ˈbre-t͟hə- , -t͟hərn \

Definition of brethren

—used chiefly in formal or solemn address or in referring to the members of a profession, society, or religious denomination
  • our church brethren

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First Known Use of brethren

14th century

Other Forms of Address Terms

appellation, beatitude, emeritus, esquire, sire, sous

Brethren

plural noun

Definition of Brethren

religion :members of various sects originating chiefly in 18th century German Pietism; especially :dunkers

First Known Use of brethren

1797

Other Christian Religious Terms

Pentateuch, blasphemy, curate, doxology, eremite, iconoclasm, liturgy, orison, pneuma, reliquary

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brethren

breth·ren \ ˈbret͟h-rən \

Definition of brethren for Students

Hint: Brethren is used chiefly in formal situations.

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