fatherhood

/ˈfɑðərhʊd/
/ˈfɑðəhʊd/
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Definitions of fatherhood
  1. noun
    the kinship relation between an offspring and the father
    synonyms: paternity
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    type of:
    family relationship, kinship, relationship
    (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption
  2. noun
    the status of a father
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    type of:
    berth, billet, office, place, position, post, situation, spot
    a job in an organization
  3. noun
    the status of a religious leader
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    type of:
    berth, billet, office, place, position, post, situation, spot
    a job in an organization
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