Fa"ther*less*ness, n. The state of being without a father.
Fa"ther*li*ness (?), n. [From Fatherly.] The qualities of a father;
parantal kindness, care, etc.
Fa"ther long"legs` (?). (Zoˆl.) See Daddy longlegs, 2.
Fa"ther*ly, a. 1. Like a father in affection and care; paternal;
tender; protecting; careful.
You have showed a tender, fatherly regard.
Shak.