Both Uses of
paternal
in
The Horse and His Boy
- "O eternal Tisroc," answered Ahosta, "the strength of paternal affection is not unknown to me and I have often heard that sons are in the eyes of their fathers more precious than carbuncles.†
Chpt 8
- And now, O excellent Vizier, the excess of my paternal anxiety inclines me to sleep.†
Chpt 8 *
Definition:
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(paternal as in: paternal attitude) kindness and concern like that of a father -- sometimes implying that it is overly intrusive