What does fraternization mean?
The act of forming or maintaining a close relationship, especially between people of different ranks or positions, often in a way that is considered informal or unprofessional. Fraternization can also refer to the act of socializing or interacting with someone in a friendly or familiar way, often in a way that is considered inappropriate or unbecoming.
Example
"The military policy prohibited fraternization between officers and enlisted personnel to maintain discipline and respect for authority."
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