Definition of Maternal
Maternal
ma·ter·nal
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
of or relating to a mother; motherly;
e.g. Her maternal instincts kicked in when she adopted her son.
(adjective)
relating to a mother during pregnancy or after childbirth;
e.g. There are many good books to read about maternal care.
(adjective)
related through a mother;
e.g. My maternal grandparents live in Italy whereas my paternal grandparents live in USA.
Similar Words
Related Words
Comments
