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Vocabulary Entry
maternal
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to a mother or motherhood.
Example Sentences
"The maternal instincts of animals are fascinating to observe."
"She felt a strong maternal bond with her newborn baby."
"Her maternal figure provided guidance and support throughout her life."
N
noun
A woman who is a mother or acts like one.
Example Sentences
"The maternal in her group was always caring for others."
"Each maternal has her own unique way of nurturing her children."
"Her friends described her as a maternal figure in their lives."