Pertaining to descent by the male line of ancestors.
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of Relate
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of Relate
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Related or akin by the father's side; also, sprung from the same male ancestor.
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Related or akin by the father's side; also, sprung from the same male ancestor.
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Related or akin by the father's side; also, sprung from the same male ancestor.
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Of or pertaining to a father; fatherly; showing the disposition of a father; guiding or instructing as a father; as, paternal care.
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