adj
fatherless
Fatherless (adj) means Without a father, whether through death, absence, or separation. Example: “The charity supports fatherless children across the region.”
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Without a father, whether through death, absence, or separation.
"The charity supports fatherless children across the region."
How to use fatherless
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGrowing up or living without a father present.
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Etymology
From "father" plus "-less".
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What does “fatherless” mean?
The word “fatherless” means without a father, whether through death, absence, or separation. In plain terms, growing up or living without a father present.
How do you use “fatherless” in a sentence?
Here is “fatherless” used in a sentence: “The charity supports fatherless children across the region.”
What part of speech is “fatherless”?
“Fatherless” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of fatherless?
"fatherless" (adj) means without a father, whether through death, absence, or separation.
