| Term | paternal (adj.) |
|---|---|
| Synonym | relating to a father |
| Meaning | • He's very paternal (= showing the affectionate feelings of a father) - it's lovely to see him with the baby. • My paternal grandparents (= My father's parents) were Irish. Compare maternal |
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