father figure
noun
: a person often of particular power or influence who serves as an emotional substitute for a father
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The coach was a stern, wise father figure to his players.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Although the sitcom ran for just one season, Saget took his role as her protector and father figure seriously both on and off set.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
Without the money for school fees or consistent meals, and without a father figure for her kids, Onziru turned to her three brothers for help.
—Greg Presto, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
As Susan’s disbelief in Santa Claus is challenged, her wish for a house and a father figure becomes entwined with Kringle’s mission to restore her belief in the holiday spirit.
—John Dealbreuin Wealth Of Geeks, Boston Herald, 26 Dec. 2024
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Although the sitcom ran for just one season, Saget took his role as her protector and father figure seriously both on and off set.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025
Without the money for school fees or consistent meals, and without a father figure for her kids, Onziru turned to her three brothers for help.
—Greg Presto, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
As Susan’s disbelief in Santa Claus is challenged, her wish for a house and a father figure becomes entwined with Kringle’s mission to restore her belief in the holiday spirit.
—John Dealbreuin Wealth Of Geeks, Boston Herald, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Father figure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/father%20figure. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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father figure
noun
fa·ther figure
ˈfät͟h-ər- 
: one often of particular power or influence who serves as an emotional substitute for a father
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