maternalism

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Definition of maternalism in English English dictionary

the treatment of people in a motherly manner, especially by caring for them as a mother would care for her children

motherly care; behavior characteristic of a mother; the practice of acting as a mother does toward her children

{i} motherliness; motherhood; motherly approach, mother-like relation

Hyphenation

ma·ter·nal·i·sm

Synonyms

motherliness