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avuncular

Adjective

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WORDNET DICTIONARY

avuncular, a. [L. avunculus uncle.].

Of or pertaining to an uncle. [1913 Webster]

"In these rare instances, the law of pedigree, whether direct or avuncular, gives way." [1913 Webster]

avuncular, adj. like or of an uncle; kind and friendly, esp. towards a younger person.

Etymology

L avunculus maternal uncle, dimin. of avus grandfather

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