fratricidal
[ fra-tri-sahyd-l ]
adjective
being or relating to the act of killing one’s brother or a member of one’s own tribe or group: The Mongol Empire was done in by its recurrent fratricidal infighting.
Origin of fratricidal
1First recorded in 1665–75; fratricid(e) + -al1
Words Nearby fratricidal
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How to use fratricidal in a sentence
What really has rivals drooling is the idea of the fratricidal battle that will ensue if the deal gets done.
Who could tell whether a fratricidal struggle might not ensue?
Celebrated Travels and Travellers | Jules Verne"It is my duty to prevent this fratricidal war, if possible," replied Ignatius, mildly.
The Harlequin Opal, Vol. 1 (of 3) | Fergus HumeThe death of Ludwig the Pious was the signal for a succession of fratricidal wars.
A History of Germany | Bayard TaylorI wont spoil your fishing, said Alice, fearing fratricidal strife.
The Half-Hearted | John Buchan
War was now brooding over Canada—the fratricidal War of 1812.
A Canadian Manor and Its Seigneurs | George M. Wrong
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