maternal
01
母亲的, 母性的
related to or characteristic of a mother and motherhood, especially during and following childbirth
例子
Her maternal instincts kicked in as soon as she held the baby.
她一抱起婴儿，母性本能就立刻显现出来。
The clinic offers support during the maternal phase to ensure both mother and child are healthy.
诊所提供母性阶段的支持，以确保母亲和孩子的健康。
02
母系的, 母系的
related on the mother's side
例子
Her blue eyes are a distinct trait from her maternal ancestors.
她的蓝眼睛是她母系祖先的一个显著特征。
The family reunion primarily included members from his maternal side.
家庭团聚主要包括他母系的成员。
03
母亲的, 父母的
relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent
04
母系的, 母系的
relating to or derived from one's mother
例子
The twins have a strong resemblance to their maternal aunt.
这对双胞胎与他们的母系姨妈有很强的相似之处。
She inherited her curly hair from her maternal side of the family.
她从家族的母系一方继承了卷发。
