Meaning of motherful | Babel Free

Definitions

1. Befitting a mother; motherly.
2. In the state of motherhood; pregnant.
3. Having a mother.

Examples

“But Sœur Rosalie remained their mother still ; and when they returned, as many of them did — floated home by some strong current of grace — those motherful arms and that great motherful heart were open to them with a welcome made more tender by the extremity of their need.”

“More than once, after the auspicious occasion of his first visit, did Miss Cynthia cuddle and pet the Puffer baby in motherful fashion, and the twins had established a permanent playhouse under the apple tree in the back yard.”

“But I thinked you might wish to have the card. It might help you to remember. Are you remembering such a place? " He shook his head blankly. Her eyes softened with motherful pity: " The poor effendi was so seeck! "”

“As Roy is approaching the buggy where she is seated, a motherful pride leaps to her eyes. Her dear boy!”

“The ship's quartermaster said nothing but just laid low, while the young, motherful bride moved about the deck in an exquisite confection of old-gold and rose, followed by a train of admirers.”

“I am motherful and sisterful; you are brotherless.”

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