motherly
pronunciation
How to pronounce motherly in British English:
UK [ˈmʌðəli]
How to pronounce motherly in American English:
US [ˈmʌðərli]
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- Adjective:
- befitting a mother; warm and nurturing
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- Adverb:
- in a maternal manner; as a mother
Word Origin
- motherly (adj.)
- Old English modorlic "pertaining to a mother;" see mother (n.1) + -ly (1). Meaning "befitting a mother" is from mid-13c. Related: Motherliness.
Example
- 1. Undeniably , there is no greater love than motherly love .
- 2. Mrs. moss was bland and motherly as always .
- 3. She received motherly care from her teacher .
- 4. The woman who looks motherly is our new teacher .
- 5. Motherly love is to children what sunshine is to grass .