Definition of "fraternize" [fra•ter•nize]

• To associate with others in a brotherly or congenial way. (verb-intransitive)
• To associate on friendly terms with an enemy or opposing group, often in violation of discipline or orders. (verb-intransitive)

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• "Castro recommended to the 270 Cuban athletes that they "fraternize" with other athletes competing in the Ninth Central American and Caribbean Games"
• "In the mad excitement, the reckless triumph of that moment, I was ready to "fraternize" with anybody who encouraged me in my game."
• ""fraternize" with anybody who encouraged me in my game."