Videofratricide

The word fratricide carries heavy weight in legal, historical, and military contexts. It primarily refers to the act of murdering one's own brother or sister, but it can also describe the individual who commits such a crime. Beyond familial tragedy, the term is used in military settings to describe the accidental killing of allied forces, often referred to as friendly fire. This lesson explores the different facets of fratricide, from its literal meaning in mythology and law to its figurative use in describing internal conflicts within organizations. You will also learn about the adjective form, fratricidal, and related terms like kinslayer. Watch the lesson to master the usage of this significant noun.