genitor

LanguageLatin

Meaning

1. parent, father, sire, begetter, procreator
2. father
3. A male parent or the one who brings something into existence. It is often used in literature to describe a biological father or a divine figure.

Examples

Pronunciationˈɡɛ.nɪ.tɔr

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThis word is more formal or poetic than the common word 'pater'.

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