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paternity
What does paternity mean?
paternity (noun): the state of being a father.
Definition: Princeton WordNet 3.1.
How do you use paternity in a sentence?
- Tests were conducted to determine paternity. (Princeton WordNet 3.1)
How do you pronounce paternity?
/pəˈtɝnɪti/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
Where does paternity come from?
From Middle French paternité, from Old French.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Words related to paternity
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “paternity” mean?
the state of being a father
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a tangible proof or tribute
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a composite of mixed origin
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formally granted permission
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