A male ancestor more remote than a parent; a progenitor; especially, a first ancestor; a founder of a race or family; -- in the plural, fathers, ancestors.

One who performs the offices of a parent by maintenance, affetionate care, counsel, or protection.

Male parent. Or religious leader.

the founder of a family; "keep the faith of our forefathers"

a male ancestor, a progenitor and founder of a family or race

a parent who is not female

a male parent. firefighter someone who fights fires, either for pay or as a volunteer. architect one who designs buildings and oversees their construction. librarian a person trained to work in a library, or who maintains a particular collection of books.

(1) The male parent. (2) One who originates. For example, " Wilhelm Roentgen is considered the father of radiology." (3) To produce offspring as a male. (4) To provide paternal protection and guidance to children.