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brotherly

UK
/ˈbrʌðəli/
US
/ˈbrʌðərli/

Translations

brotherlyadjective
more brotherly
Comp.
most brotherly
Super.
UK
/ˈbrʌðəli/
US
/ˈbrʌðərli/
He gave me a brotherly hug.
Он обнял меня по-братски.
Synonyms
sibling
kind
compassionate
caring
affectionate
fraternal
brotherlyadverb
UK
/ˈbrʌðəli/
US
/ˈbrʌðɚli/
Used (somewhat rarely) as an adverb meaning “in a brotherly manner”.

Definitions

brotherlyadjective
Characteristic of or befitting a brother; showing affection and loyalty typical of a brother.
He gave her a brotherly hug before she left for her trip.
Exhibiting feelings of friendship and camaraderie similar to those between brothers.
The team shared a brotherly bond that was evident both on and off the field.
brotherlyadverb
In a manner characteristic of or befitting a brother; with fraternal affection.
He smiled brotherly at his younger sister.
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