Meaning & Definition of word "Pater"
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Pater
ˈpeɪtər
noun:
- 1. A father or a male progenitor.
- Example: In our family, my pater has always been the one to teach us the importance of hard work.
- 2. A term of endearment for a father.
- Example: We always celebrate Father's Day by showering our pater with gifts and love.
- 3. Used in ecclesiastical contexts to refer to a priest or a male leader in a religious or communal setting.
- Example: The pater of our community held a special ceremony to bless the new members.
Etymology
Latin pater meaning 'father'
Common Phrases and Expressions
paterfamilias:
The male head of a household.
like father, like son:
Saying that children often resemble their parents.
Related Words
paternity:
The state of being a father.
paternal:
Related to or characteristic of a father.
Slang Meanings of pater
Meaning: Pops
Example Sentence: Pops took me to the game.
Meaning: Old man
Example Sentence: The old man is still walking every day.