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- pronunciation:
- muh
th
 r
li
- parts of speech:
- adjective, adverb
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
of, characteristic of, befitting, or like a mother.
- similar words:
- maternal
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition: |
in the manner considered characteristic of a mother.
She acts motherly toward her students. |
| derivation: |
motherliness (n.) |
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