protective aunt

language: en

definitions

  1. A female relative (the sister of one's parent) who is highly vigilant and actively works to shield her nieces or nephews from harm, danger, or unpleasant situations.
    en: A female relative (the sister of one's parent) who is highly vigilant and actively works to shield her nieces or nephews from harm, danger, or unpleasant situations.
  2. A person, regardless of biological relation, who adopts a watchful, defensive, and nurturing role toward someone younger or more vulnerable.
    en: A person, regardless of biological relation, who adopts a watchful, defensive, and nurturing role toward someone younger or more vulnerable.

examples

  1. She is a protective aunt who never lets her nephew play near the busy street.

    She is a protective aunt who never lets her nephew play near the busy street.

  2. In the office, Sarah acts as a protective aunt to the new interns.

    In the office, Sarah acts as a protective aunt to the new interns.