A male parent of a child or an animal; a man who has begotten a child. noun
He became a father for the first time at the age of 30.
The father of the bride gave a touching speech at the wedding.
A man who has continuous responsibility in raising a child. noun
He has been a father to his niece since her parents passed away.
Being a father means more than just providing financial support.
A person who establishes, originates, or is the founder of something. noun
George Washington is often referred to as the father of the United States.
He is considered the father of modern physics.
A priest, especially in the Roman Catholic Church. noun
Father John will be leading the mass this Sunday.
She went to confession and spoke with Father Michael.
To act as a father to; to beget or sire (offspring). verb
He fathered three children during his lifetime.
The stallion fathered several foals last spring.
To create or originate (something). verb
He fathered the new policy that changed the company's direction.
The scientist fathered a groundbreaking theory in quantum mechanics.