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tutelary




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tutelary
     1. adj. Relating to guardianship or protection.
           When a minor is involved, tutelary powers frequently accompany powers of attorney.
     2. adj. Of or pertaining to a guardian.
           My uncle is always happy to discharge his tutelary responsibilities towards me.
     3. adj. Having the qualities of a tutor.
     4. n. (religion, chiefly paganism) A deity or spirit serving as a guardian or protector of a place, person, culture, etc.; a tutelar, a tutelary deity.



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