brotherhood

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈbrʌðɚhʊd/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈbrʌðəhʊd/

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• Hyphenation: broth‧er‧hood

Noun

Singular brotherhood

Plural brotherhoods

1. (uncountable) Brotherhood is the relationship between brothers.
2. (uncountable) Brotherhood is the relationship between all men. All men on earth and living are considered "brothers".
3. (countable) A brotherhood is a group of brothers, especially men who agree to live or work together for religious purposes.

Related words

• sisterhood