relating to or like a brother or brothers; brotherly.
fratern+al
Shared component: fratern · brother
OpenEtymologyWORD FAMILY
fratern
brother
Related forms: fratern · 4 words in this dictionary
Related words
Shared components, not spelling prefixesto associate or form a friendship with someone, especially when it is considered improper or disloyal.
fratern+ize
Shared component: fratern · brother
An association of people united in a common purpose or religious devotion, especially a brotherhood of laymen linked to a monastic order.
con+fratern+ity
Shared component: fratern · brother
The act of associating with others in a brotherly or friendly way, especially in a context where such association is considered inappropriate or against regulations.
fratern+ization
Shared component: fratern · brother