a. characteristic of a mother
a. relating to or derived from one's mother
a. 母亲的, 母系的, 母方的
[医] 属母的, 母的, 母性的
1. A mother's love is often described as maternal and unconditional.
母亲的爱常常被描述为母性的和无条件的。
2. She has a strong maternal instinct and always cares for her children.
她有强烈的母性本能，总是关心她的孩子。
3. Maternal health is important for the well-being of both mothers and their babies.
母亲的健康对母亲和婴儿的幸福都很重要。