Library / English Dictionary

AVUNCULAR

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Being or relating to an uncle

Classified under:

Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Pertainym:

uncle (the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt)

Derivation:

uncle (the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Resembling a uncle in kindness or indulgence

Classified under:

Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Pertainym:

uncle (a source of help and advice and encouragement)

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