father figure


father figure

noun

Definition of FATHER FIGURE

: a person often of particular power or influence who serves as an emotional substitute for a father

Examples of FATHER FIGURE

  1. The coach was a stern, wise father figure to his players.

First Known Use of FATHER FIGURE

1934

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