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Filial Definition & Meaning

filial
adjective
  1. designating the generation or the sequence of generations following the parental generation
  2. relating to or characteristic of or befitting an offspring; "filial respect"

"Filial" in song lyrics

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  • "relatos de amor filial"
    AOL — AOL
  • "amor filial"
    AOL — AOL
  • "relatos de sexo filial"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does filial mean?
designating the generation or the sequence of generations following the parental generation relating to or characteristic of or befitting an offspring; "filial respect"
What part of speech is filial?
Filial is an adjective.
How many definitions does filial have?
Filial has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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