Fraternization
(noun)
The act of forming a close relationship, especially a personal friendship, with someone, especially someone of a different social or professional status.
Origin:
The term 'fraternization' comes from the latin word 'fraternizare' meaning 'to associate as a brother.'.
Examples:
- The policy prohibited fraternization between officers and enlisted personnel.
- The teacher was fired for fraternizing with students outside of school hours.
- The company had a strict policy against fraternization between supervisors and subordinates.
- The soldier was court-martialed for fraternizing with the enemy.
- Fraternization among co-workers was discouraged, as it could create conflicts of interest.