FATHERHOOD


Meaning of FATHERHOOD in English

ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌhu̇d noun

( -s )

Etymology: Middle English faderhod, from fader + -hod -hood

1. : the quality or state of being a father : the character or authority of a father : paternity

2. usually capitalized : Godhood in its paternal aspect

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