Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sister
noun
/ˈsɪstər/
Definition
A sister is a female sibling, a girl or woman who shares at least one parent with another person.
Examples
- She has two brothers and one sister.
- My sister is coming to visit this weekend.
- They are as close as sisters, even though they are not related by blood.
Meaning
The term refers to a person who is typically part of a family unit, creating a bond of kinship and often companionship.
Synonyms
- Sibling
- Relative
- Kin
- Confidante
