sibling /sib·ling/ (sib´ling) any of two or more offspring of the same parents; a brother or sister.
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sib·ling (s b lng)n. One of two or more individuals having one or both parents in common; a brother or sister. |
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Etymology: AS, sibb, kin
1 n, also called
Usage notes: (informal)
sib. One of two or more children who have both parents in common; a brother or sister. The number, age differences, sex, and birth order of siblings can greatly affect the childhood environment and relationships within a family, which also may include step-siblings and half-siblings. Sibling rivalry and jealousy are common in firstborn children, especially when there is a 2- to 4-year difference in age. In general, sibling relationships help teach the child important social patterns and moral values, such as competitiveness, loyalty, and sharing. 2 adj, pertaining to a brother or sister.
sibling [sib´ling]
any of two or more offspring of the same parents; a brother or sister.
half sibling an individual who shares just one parent with the person of reference.
sibling,
n one of two or more children who have both parents in common.
sibling
any of two or more offspring of the same parents; a brother or sister.
half sibling
animals with only one parent in common, i.e. the same sire or dam.
sibling
A brother, sister or littermate
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