From Old English mōdor, a word for a female parent. It is related to Latin māter.
From Old English mōdor, a word for a female parent. It is related to Latin māter.
What is a mother?
A female parent who has or raises a child.
Can an adoptive parent be a mother?
Yes. A woman who raises an adopted child is a mother.
Can an animal be a mother?
Yes. The word also describes a female animal with young.
Can mother be a verb?
Yes. To mother someone is to care for and protect them.
What is the plural of mother?
The plural is mothers.
Can mother mean a source?
Yes. It can figuratively name where something began.
What is mother in vinegar?
It is a soft culture of bacteria that helps make vinegar.