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fraternize

Pronunciation: /ˈfɹætənaɪz/

The English word “fraternize” has 4 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To associate with others in a brotherly or friendly manner.
  2. To associate as friends with an enemy, in violation of duty.
  3. To socialize in confidentiality.
  4. To have an intimate or sexual relationship with a forbidden party.

Etymology

PIE word *bʰréh₂tēr From French fraterniser.

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