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maternal
01
related to or characteristic of a mother and motherhood, especially during and following childbirth
02
relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent
03
in relation to or originating from one's mother
04
associated with or traced through the mother's lineage
Example
Her maternal instincts kicked in as soon as she held the baby.
The clinic offers support during the maternal phase to ensure both mother and child are healthy.
There's a certain maternal warmth she exudes every time she talks about her newborn.
Leadership in matrilineal clans is often maternal.
The family reunion primarily included members from his maternal side.
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