sibling

noun

sib·​ling ˈsi-bliŋ 

1

: sib sense 2

also : one of two or more individuals having one common parent

2

: one of two or more things related by a common tie or characteristic

the sedan's smaller sibling

Examples of sibling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For the first time since Nov. 29, 2021, the star siblings finally got the chance to battle for bragging rights once more on Friday. —Darnell Mayberry, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025

Here’s what’s coming later this year at Camp North End: Cell Therapy Original Camp North End creatives Davita and Dion Galloway, siblings and founders of Dupp & Swat, are behind the new salon and barbershop called Cell Therapy. —Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 17 Jan. 2025

Having the mother or siblings nearby, especially in unfamiliar settings like veterinary visits, can help reduce this stress. —Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025

After the group broke up, the siblings pivoted to the alternative social media tour, DigiFest. —Skyler Caruso, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing sibling

• sibling rivalry
• sibling species

Kids Definition

sibling

noun

sib·​ling ˈsib-liŋ 

: one of two or more individuals having the same parents or sometimes only one parent in common

Medical Definition

sibling

noun

sib·​ling ˈsib-liŋ 

: sib

also : one of two or more individuals having one common parent