Synonyms: sire
Definition: male parent of an animal especially a domestic animal such as a horse
Similar words: male
Definition: an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes (ova)
Synonyms: sire, forefather, father
Definition: the founder of a family
Usage: keep the faith of our forefathers
Similar words: ancestor, antecedent, ascendant, ascendent, root
Definition: someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
Synonyms: sire
Definition: a title of address formerly used for a man of rank and authority
Synonyms: mother, generate, father, engender, sire, get, bring forth, beget
Definition: make children
Usage: Abraham begot Isaac; Men often father children but don't recognize them
Definition: make or cause to be or to become
Usage: make a mess in one's office; create a furor