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Fatherly Definition & Meaning

fatherly
adjective
  1. like or befitting a father or fatherhood; kind and protective

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Frequently asked questions

What does fatherly mean?
like or befitting a father or fatherhood; kind and protective
What part of speech is fatherly?
Fatherly is an adjective.

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