Fraternised

/frəˈtɜːrnaɪzd/ verb

Definition

Past tense of fraternise; associated or bonded with others in a friendly manner.

Etymology

From 'fraternise' with the past tense suffix '-ed' (British spelling). Follows standard British verb conjugation patterns.

Kelly Says

Soldiers who 'fraternised' with the enemy during wartime were taking a real risk—some were court-martialed or imprisoned because military leaders thought friendship could weaken combat readiness.

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