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avuncular

a·vun·cu·lar

avuncular

 
 
pronunciation:
vuhng ky lr
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Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition: of, concerning, or like an uncle; kind; benevolent.
The frightened child became calm in the presence of the avuncular doctor .
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