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Internecine Definition & Meaning

internecine
adjective
  1. (of conflict) within a group or organization; "an internecine feud among proxy holders"
  2. characterized by bloodshed and carnage for both sides; "internecine war"

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What does internecine mean?
(of conflict) within a group or organization; "an internecine feud among proxy holders" characterized by bloodshed and carnage for both sides; "internecine war"
What part of speech is internecine?
Internecine is an adjective.
How many definitions does internecine have?
Internecine has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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