Father figure
Father figure noun - A man who takes over all the functions of the real father.
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Old man and father figure are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Old man" instead a noun phrase "Father figure".
Old man
Old man noun - A male human parent.
Usage example: I'll ask my old man if he's up for a round of golf this weekend
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Synonyms for Old man
Father figure and old man are semantically related. You can use "Father figure" instead a noun phrase "Old man".
Both terms in one sentence
- Most fanfic writers characterize him as a kooky old man and a father figure to X and Zero.
Source: O.C. Stand-in - A sweet old man who only wanted what was best for the group, and was a much needed father figure/rock for Glenn.
Source: Kill the Cutie -
Zuko himself said his uncle was more of a father figure to him when he was Calling the Old Man Out.
Source: Evil Uncle
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