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sisterhood
noun sis·ter·hood \-ˌhu̇d\
: the close relationship among women based on shared experiences, concerns, etc.
: a community or society of women; especially : a community of nuns
Full Definition of SISTERHOOD
2
: a community or society of sisters; especially : a society of women in a religious order
3
: the solidarity of women based on shared conditions, experiences, or concerns
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First Known Use of SISTERHOOD
14th century
Rhymes with SISTERHOOD
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SISTERHOOD Defined for Kids
sisterhood
noun sis·ter·hood \ˈsi-stər-ˌhu̇d\
Definition of SISTERHOOD for Kids
1
: the state of being a sister
2
: women joined in a group
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