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[ noun ] the act of initiating a new idea or theory or writing

Synonyms

authorship

Examples

"the authorship of the theory is disputed"

Related terms

initiation

2
[ noun ] the state of being a father

Examples

"tests were conducted to determine paternity"

Related terms

state

3
[ noun ] the kinship relation between an offspring and the father

Synonyms

fatherhood

Related terms

kinship

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