Fraternity House

Short Definition

Fraternity House is a residence for members of a fraternity where they live and socialize together.

In-depth Overview

Fraternity House

Long definition: A fraternity house is a residence or facility owned or leased by a fraternity where its members, also known as "brothers", live together during their college or university years. These houses serve as hubs for social and organizational activities, fostering a sense of brotherhood and camaraderie among the fraternity members. Fraternity houses often have Greek letters or other symbols of the fraternity prominently displayed on their exteriors.

Etymology: The term "fraternity house" is a straightforward combination of "fraternity", meaning brotherhood or social organization and "house", referring to the residence where fraternity members live collectively.

Synonyms or related academic terms: Frat house, Greek house, fraternity residence, chapter house.

Examples of Use:

• The fraternity house hosted a party for students and alumni during Homecoming weekend.
• Living in a fraternity house allows members to strengthen their bonds and engage in shared activities.
• Fraternity houses often have common areas for studying and socializing.

Translations:
Spanish: Casa de fraternidad
French: Maison de fraternité
German: Verbindungshaus
Italian: Casa di confraternita
Portuguese: Casa de fraternidade
Japanese: 兄弟団体の寮 (Kyōdai Dantai no Ryō)
Chinese (Simplified): 兄弟会公寓 (Xiōngdì Huì Gōngyù)
Hindi: भ्रातृत्व भवन (Bhrātṛtva Bhavan)

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