personal loyalty; code of honor; brotherhood
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesnoun
personal loyalty; spirit of self-sacrifice for friends; code of honor among friends
Refers to the willingness to take risks or make personal sacrifices out of loyalty to friends or personal relationships. Often emphasized in contexts of brotherhood or close friendships.
He is a person who values loyalty very much.
There should be loyalty among friends.
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He was awe-inspiring in his loyalty and refused to betray his friends.
The code of honor in the martial world often makes people lose their reason.
adjective
loyal and willing to sacrifice for friends; having a strong sense of personal honor
Describes someone who demonstrates loyalty and willingness to make sacrifices for friends. Often used to praise someone's character.
Look how generous he is, and how loyal.
He is very loyal, always willing to go through fire and water for his friends.
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That boss is very honorable, he never bullies the weak.