Mother: meaning, definitions and examples

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mother

[ ˈmʌðər ]

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relationship

A woman in relation to her child or children.

Synonyms

mama, mom, mum, parent

Examples of usage

She is a loving mother to her two children.
My mother always supports me no matter what.

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origin

A female parent.

Synonyms

matriarch, mom, mum, parent

Examples of usage

She became a mother for the first time at the age of 30.

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nature

A woman who gives birth to a child.

Synonyms

mama, mom, mum, parent

Examples of usage

The mother of three children, she is a busy woman.

Translations

Translations of the word "mother" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mãe

🇮🇳 माँ

🇩🇪 Mutter

🇮🇩 ibu

🇺🇦 мати

🇵🇱 matka

🇯🇵 母 (はは)

🇫🇷 mère

🇪🇸 madre

🇹🇷 anne

🇰🇷 어머니 (eomeoni)

🇸🇦 أم (umm)

🇨🇿 matka

🇸🇰 matka

🇨🇳 母亲 (mǔqīn)

🇸🇮 mati

🇮🇸 móðir

🇰🇿 ана

🇬🇪 დედა (deda)

🇦🇿 ana

🇲🇽 madre

Word origin

The word 'mother' has its roots in Old English, from the word 'modor'. This term has been used throughout history to refer to the female parent of a child. The concept of motherhood is deeply ingrained in human culture and society, with mothers often being seen as nurturing, caring, and loving figures. The role of a mother is essential in the upbringing and development of children, making the word 'mother' one of great significance in language and life.