sonship

noun

son·​ship ˈsən-ˌship How to pronounce sonship (audio)
: the relationship of son to father

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sonship was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Sonship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sonship. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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