Sibship
/ˈsɪb.ʃɪp/noun
The state of being siblings or a group of siblings.
Did you know?The term 'sib' comes from a root meaning 'to be related,' reflecting ancient beliefs in kinship as a source of magical power and protection.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*s(w)ebʰ-
“to be related, to be connected.”
Old English
Old English
sibb
“relationship; kinship, peace.”
Middle English
Middle English
sibbe
“blood relation; kin.”
15th Century
English
sibship
“state of being siblings; brotherhood.”