fatherhood

[ fah-ther-hood ]

noun

1. the state of being a father.
2. fathers collectively.
3. the qualities or spirit of a father.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fatherhood¹

1350–1400; late Middle English faderhode; replacing Middle English faderheed. See father, -hood

Example Sentences

Fatherhood, especially of young children with all their needs, is in.

From Salon

"Fatherhood may be protective for Black men,"Parker said.

From Science Daily

Since his release, Carter has supported others navigating the criminal justice system, through his work at the state Office of Public Defense and a Renton-based program called Young Bulls Fatherhood Academy.

From Seattle Times

The Fatherhood Institute says the changes "fail to address the reality of hard-working families' financial challenges".

From BBC

James Roach, who produces music under the name Midlo and has written for parenting website Music Football Fatherhood, is the dad of two children, one of whom is just discovering music in his own right.

From BBC

Related Words

• parenthood