broness

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Meaning · English

The fact or quality of being a bro.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Stopgap quarterback Matt Leinart exuded so much broness, he broke his collarbone, forcing T.J. Yates into action for the Texans.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “broness” mean?

The fact or quality of being a bro.

Is “broness” formal or informal?

broness is generally slang.