Avuncular

uh-VUNG-kyuh-lur (/əˈvʌŋkjʊlər/)

resembling or relating to an uncle, typically in a kind, protective, or advisory way.

“This is all made possible by an onboard 3D printer, and the avuncular support of the team back on Earth.”

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to cause or give rise to a feeling, situation, or condition.

to isolate or hide away; to keep a person or group apart from others.

to address someone in such a way as to express disapproval or disappointment.

with reference to; concerning.

in a state of moral or intellectual ignorance; unenlightened.

lacking the necessities of life; impoverished.