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Sibling

Part of Speech: Noun

Senses:

1. A brother or sister.

2. A person's fellow member of a societal, cultural, or biological family.

Usages:

1. Popular: In popular usage, a sibling refers to a brother or sister. It denotes the bond between individuals who share at least one biological or adoptive parent.

2. Local: In some cultures, the term sibling can be extended beyond biological or adoptive relationships to include close friends or individuals considered as family.

Sample Sentences:

1. My younger sister is my sibling, and we have a strong bond.

2. He has a close relationship with his brother, making him the best sibling he could ask for.

3. Siblings often have a natural rivalry, constantly competing with each other.

4. In some communities, close friends are considered as siblings due to their shared experiences and support.

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