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comradeship

American  
[kom-rad-ship, -ruhd-] / ˈkɒm ræd ʃɪp, -rəd- /

noun

  1. the state of being companions, associates, or friends, especially ones who share activities, an occupation, etc..

    It was more than love or romance; it was about friendship, comradeship, and having a solid foundation for a lifelong relationship—and I loved reading about it.

  2. friendship inspired by shared experiences, especially negative or difficult ones.

    The film brings to vivid life the deadly beauty of the desert, the harsh environment, and the resulting strong bonds of comradeship and interdependence forged between the characters.


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Etymology

Origin of comradeship

comrade ( def. ) + -ship ( def. )

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When he returned, he was confused to see the group toasting the fraternal comradeship of the Third Reich and the USSR.

From Salon Feb. 7, 2026

It inspired his themes—war, fear, mutilation, endurance, courage, comradeship and death—and his laconic and stoical, virile and aggressive heroes.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 24, 2025

"There's lots of comradeship, it's an electric sort of atmosphere."

From Reuters Jun. 22, 2023

He recently received a special bottle of cognac from Captain Martell's grandson, Thierry Firino-Martell, to celebrate the veteran's enduring comradeship and bravery.

From BBC Aug. 12, 2022

Today their teasing needled him and seemed to betray the comradeship of the night before.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan

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