Fatherhood Meaning
/ˈfɑːðəːˌhʊd/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being a father (biological father, stepfather, adoptive father, foster father; sometimes the biological father specifically).
Sentence Examples
Having never married, he experienced fatherhood vicariously through his nieces and nephews.
Tom had no conception of what fatherhood entailed.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Becoming a parent made him appreciate the responsibilities of ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Entering ____ has changed his perspective on life and made him much more responsible and caring.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English faderhode, fadirhode, fadirhede, equivalent to father + -hood.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Becoming a parent made him appreciate the responsibilities of ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Entering ____ has changed his perspective on life and made him much more responsible and caring.