The difference between Tutelar and Tutelary
When used as nouns, tutelar means one that is tutelary, whereas tutelary means a deity or spirit serving as a guardian or protector of a place, person, culture, etc.
When used as adjectives, tutelar means serving as a guardian, whereas tutelary means relating to guardianship or protection.
check bellow for the other definitions of Tutelar and Tutelary
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Tutelar as an adjective:
Serving as a guardian; protective; tutelary.
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Tutelar as a noun:
One that is tutelary.
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Tutelary as an adjective:
Relating to guardianship or protection.
Examples:
"When a minor is involved, tutelary powers frequently accompany powers of attorney."
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Tutelary as an adjective:
Of or pertaining to a guardian.
Examples:
"My uncle is always happy to discharge his tutelary responsibilities towards me."
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Tutelary as an adjective:
Having the qualities of a tutor.
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Tutelary as a noun (religion, chiefly, _, paganism):
A deity or spirit serving as a guardian or protector of a place, person, culture, etc.; a tutelar, a tutelary deity.