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Maternal
Definition(s)
1: Of, relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of a mother (maternal instinct). 2a: Related through a mother (his maternal aunt), b: inherited or derived from the female parent (maternal genes).
Definition from:
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary
by Merriam-Webster Inc.
Related discussion in the Handbook
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Published: January 23, 2009