brethren

breth·ren | \ ˈbret͟h-rən

; ˈbre-t͟hə-, -t͟hərn\

Definition of brethren

(Entry 1 of 2)

—used chiefly in formal or solemn address or in referring to the members of a profession, society, or religious denomination our church brethren

Brethren

plural noun

Definition of Brethren (Entry 2 of 2)

religion : members of various sects originating chiefly in 18th century German Pietism especially : dunkers

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brethren

—used especially to begin to talk in a formal way to a group of people or to refer to the members of a particular group

brethren

breth·ren | \ ˈbret͟h-rən

plural of brother

Hint: Brethren is used chiefly in formal situations.

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