fraternity
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• noun
North American A male or coeducational student organization at a college or university, typically designated by Greek letters and formed for social, academic, or philanthropic purposes.
"He decided to join a fraternity during his sophomore year to build lasting friendships and participate in campus charity events."
The state or feeling of friendship, mutual support, and solidarity within a group of people.
"The festival promoted a strong sense of fraternity and cooperation among the neighboring communities."
A group of people sharing a common profession, trade, or interest.
"Members of the medical fraternity gathered in Geneva to discuss recent breakthroughs in preventative healthcare."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Entered Middle English in the 14th century via Old French fraternité, from Latin fraternitas ('brotherhood'), derived from frater ('brother').