fratricide

/frætrɪˈsaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of killing one’s own brother or sisters

“The king’s involvement in fratricide led to his downfall.”

2. noun

murder of one’s own brother or sister

3. noun

bloodshed between members of the same family

Synonyms

  • bloodshed
  • brother murder
  • family slaughter

Antonyms

  • fraternity
  • sibling love