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1. (n.) paternalism
the system, principle, or practice of managing or governing individuals, businesses, nations, etc., in the manner of a father dealing benevolently and often intrusively with his children.
Etymology: (1880–85)
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1. (noun) paternalism
the attitude (of a person or a government) that subordinates should be controlled in a fatherly way for their own good
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1. (noun) paternalism
the theory or practice of paternal government. See Paternal government, under Paternal
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1. paternalism
Interference with the FREEDOM or PERSONAL AUTONOMY of another person, with justifications referring to the promotion of the person's good or the prevention of harm to the person. (from Cambridge Dictionary of Philosophy, 1995); more generally, not allowing a person to make decisions on his or her own behalf.
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