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Schwester- — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • sister noun A female sibling; a daughter sharing the same parents as another person.

Senses

Schwester- is used for these senses in English:

  • sister (attributively) An entity that has a special or affectionate, non-hierarchical relationship with another.

sister — full definition

  1. noun A female sibling; a daughter sharing the same parents as another person.
  2. noun A woman felt to be closely bonded with another through shared identity, cause, or community.
  3. noun (UK) A senior nurse, often in charge of a hospital ward.
  4. noun A woman belonging to a religious order; a nun.

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