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1. motherly
adverb. ['ˈmʌðɝli'] in a maternal manner; as a mother.
Synonyms
Etymology
- motherly (English)
- -ly (English)
- -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- mother (English)
- moder (Middle English (1100-1500))
2. motherly
adjective. ['ˈmʌðɝli'] befitting a mother; warm and nurturing.
Antonyms
Synonyms
Etymology
- motherly (English)
- -ly (English)
- -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
- mother (English)
- moder (Middle English (1100-1500))