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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

brethren

/ˈbrɛðrən/ noun · British & US
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What does brethren mean?

noun

Brothers, especially in a religious or fraternal sense. A group of people who share a common bond or affiliation.

Example

"The brethren of the monastery worked together to restore the damaged building."

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