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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strong public criticism or verbal abuse.

the act of attacking or plundering; robbery.

placed or inserted between one thing and another.

refusal to change one's views or to agree about something.

hawr-uh-pil-uh-shun

offense or annoyance.