adelphoi

/ædˈɛlfoʊaɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

brothers, male siblings

“In ancient Greek, adelphoi referred to the brothers of a person, often used in formal or poetic contexts.”

2. noun

male siblings collectively

“The adelphoi of the city came together to support the community in times of need.”

Synonyms

  • brothers
  • male siblings
  • siblings

Antonyms

  • female siblings
  • sisters