Meaning Of The Word Paternal

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paternal
Paternal is used to describe feelings or actions which are typical of those of a kind father towards his child.

paternal in American English
of, like, or characteristic of a father or fatherhood; fatherly
adjective: characteristic of or befitting a father; fatherly

paternal in British English
adjective: relating to or characteristic of a father, esp in showing affection, encouragement, etc; fatherly

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