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Meaning of mommy
A child's word for their mother
Etymology of mommy
The word "mommy" is a variant of "mummy" or "mom", which are themselves informal terms for "mother"
The term is believed to have originated in the 17th century, with "mummy" being a reduplication of "mom", a childish pronunciation of "mom"
Synonyms
mother
mom
mama
mummy
ma
mum
mamma
momma
mommy dearest
maternal figure
parent
guardian
caregiver
nurturer
carer
protector
matron
dame
lady
woman
matrarch
caregiver
nurse
babysitter
au pair
guardian
foster mother
stepmother
adoptive mother
birth mother
biological mother
surrogate mother
mother figure
motherly figure
Definitions
- A child's term for their mother, often used in informal settings
- * A term of endearment for one's mother, expressing affection and closeness
Usage Examples
- The little girl ran to her mommy for a hug after falling down
- * My mommy always makes me feel better when I'm sick
- * The toddler's mommy was busy making dinner in the kitchen
Antonyms
father
dad
daddy
papa
patriarch
man
gentleman
sir
male
patriarchal figure
paternal figure
stepfather
adoptive father
biological father
foster father
male guardian
male caregiver