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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

fatherliness

/ˈfæðərˌlɪnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does fatherliness mean?

noun

The quality of being like a father; paternal qualities such as kindness, authority, and guidance. A fatherly attitude or behavior.

Example

"The coach's fatherliness helped to calm the nervous player before the big game."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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