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brotherhoods
1
the kinship or familial bond among male siblings
- Their close brotherhood lasted throughout childhood.
- The story celebrated the brotherhood between two brothers.
- A sense of brotherhood grew among the siblings.
- The brotherhood was evident in their mutual support.
- He felt pride in the brotherhood of his family.
2
the feeling of understanding and friendship between people
- The brotherhood among the soldiers was evident as they supported each other through difficult times during the mission.
- The charity’s goal was to foster a sense of brotherhood by bringing together people from different backgrounds to help those in need.
- Their shared experiences in the workplace created a strong brotherhood, making them feel like a close-knit team.
- The community event was a celebration of brotherhood, where everyone came together to enjoy each other's company and support a good cause.
- Brotherhood is not just about family; it’s about building strong, compassionate bonds with others who share your values and goals.
3
a group of people united by participation in the same occupation or profession
- The brotherhood of carpenters met weekly to discuss projects.
- A brotherhood of artists shared techniques and resources.
- The firefighters' brotherhood organized training sessions.
- He joined the brotherhood of local blacksmiths.
- Members of the brotherhood exchanged tips on trade skills.
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4
an organized association of workers or employees, typically for collective bargaining
- The railway brotherhood demanded higher wages.
- Members of the brotherhood voted on the new contract.
- The brotherhood of steelworkers staged a peaceful protest.
- He joined the brotherhood to ensure his rights were represented.
- The brotherhood negotiated health benefits for all employees.
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