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paternity

noun

/pəˈtɜːrnəti/

Meaning

The state of being someone's father.

He demanded a paternity test to confirm his relationship with the child.

paternity leave

fatherhood, parenthood, progenitorship

maternity, orphanhood

paternity test, paternity leave, claim paternity, establish paternity

a formal agreement or promise between parties

A tray, typically made of silver, used for serving food or drinks.

a portable electric lamp powered by batteries; a flaming stick used for light

the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something

A large deep dish with a cover, used for serving soups or stews.

extreme tiredness or exhaustion