Maternalism (Noun)
Meaning 1
Motherly care; behavior characteristic of a mother; the practice of acting as a mother does toward her children.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
The quality of having or showing the tenderness and warmth and affection of or befitting a mother; "the girl's motherliness made her invaluable in caring for the children".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.