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father figure

noun as in father substitute

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Her father figure was Jimmy Corkhill, played by the late Dean Sullivan.

From BBC

In evangelical Christianity, God is viewed as the ultimate father figure who is to be obeyed totally and blindly.

From Salon

He also played a critical role in renaming the airport in Las Vegas after the late Sen. Harry Reid, whom he describes as a father figure.

“As consumers look to recognize the father figures in their lives, retailers are prepared with gift ideas, special deals and convenient shopping options to help customers find the right gifts.”

From Salon

At the Dads’ Group in Eagle Rock’s PlayLab, children and dolls are welcome, but dads and father figures take center stage.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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