Protective, in a way Crossword Clue
8 letters · New York Times · Saturday, May 31, 2014 · 25-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, May 31, 2014.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 31, 2014 · 25-Across · 8 letters
PATERNAL0 of 8 letters revealed
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characteristic of a father
adjective
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