Definitions

1. noun

A father, especially one who is a priest or holds a position of authority.

“The pater of the community visited the local school to talk to the students.”

2. noun

A term of address for a priest or a father.

“The young boy respectfully called the priest ‘Pater’ during the ceremony.”

3. noun

A title or name for a god or a divine being.

“In ancient mythology, the pater was often depicted as a powerful and wise deity.”

4. noun

A term used to refer to the head of a household or family in Roman law.

“The pater was the supreme authority in the Roman family.”