Definition of fatherly
1 : of, relating to, or befitting a father fatherly responsibilities
2 : resembling a father (as in affection or care) a fatherly old man
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Examples of fatherly in a Sentence
He took a fatherly interest in the careers of younger writers.
Recent Examples of fatherly from the Web
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Arthur Levitt, chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, took the stage at a National Press Conference luncheon Tuesday to offer a bit of fatherly advice about online investing.
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First Known Use of fatherly
before 12th century
FATHERLY Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of fatherly for English Language Learners
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: of a father : resembling a father : showing the affection or concern of a father
FATHERLY Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of fatherly for Students
: of or like a father He gave me fatherly advice.
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