Meaning & use
sisterhood
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A close bond or feeling of kinship and support among women, or an organization or community formed around that bond.
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The women's shelter fostered a strong sense of sisterhood among its residents.
She joined a sisterhood dedicated to community service and mentorship.
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Can refer either to an abstract feeling of solidarity among women or to a formal organization, such as a sorority.
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