Fraternality

/frætərˈnæləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being fraternal; the feeling of kinship and brotherhood among members of a group.

Etymology

From 'fraternal' (Latin 'fraternus') combined with the suffix '-ity' indicating a state or quality. The term emphasizes the emotional and social bonds characteristic of brotherhood.

Kelly Says

Fraternality is that special bond you feel with people in your club, team, or friend group—it's deeper than just being friendly because it implies you'd genuinely help each other in a pinch, like actual siblings would.

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