Definition of Paternal

of or pertaining to one's father

Examples of Paternal in a sentence

Abigail’s paternal grandfather was born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.  🔊

Simon caressed his child’s cheek, in a tender and paternal way.  🔊

Jessica's received her paternal inheritance when her father died.  🔊

Despite decades of intermarriage, the paternal characteristics of the tribesmen remained unchanged.  🔊

The teacher beamed with a paternal pride upon viewing his graduating class.  🔊

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