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Definition of Internecine
1. Adjective. (of conflict) within a group or organization. "An internecine feud among proxy holders"
Similar to: Internal
2. Adjective. Characterized by bloodshed and carnage for both sides. "Internecine war"
Similar to: Bloody
Definition of Internecine
1. a. Involving, or accompanied by, mutual slaughter; mutually destructive.
Definition of Internecine
1. Adjective. Mutually destructive; most often applied to warfare. ¹
2. Adjective. Characterized by struggle within a group, usually applied to an ethnic or familial relationship. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Internecine
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Internecine
1. Involving, or accompanied by, mutual slaughter; mutually destructive. "Internecine quarrels, horrible tumults, stain the streets with blood." (Motley) Origin: L. Internecinus deadly, murderous, fr. Internecare to kill, to slaughter; inter between + necare to kill; akin to Gr. Dead. See Necromancy. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)