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comparative more parently · superlative most parently
- Of, relating to, or characteristic of a parent; parental.
They feel they are caught up in all these parently duties. All their waking hours are taken up in housekeeping, caring for the daughter, son-in-law and the grandchild.
2001, Ishwar Modi, Ageing and Human Development1 more example
A great benefit of breaking down sexism would be creation of a more "parently" society by recognizing and validating the traditional nurturing strengths of women, […]
1978, Ourselves and our children, Boston Women's Health Book Collective
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parently. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 2, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/parently
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