mom

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noun

ˈmäm  ˈməm 

plural moms

informal

: a female parent : mother

… describes her mom as a creative and resourceful parent.

—People Weekly

Of course, my frustration wouldn't be complete without a weepy phone call to my mom back home.

—Taylor Griffin

I started quilting after watching my mom make a baby quilt for a friend.

—Raquela Elizabeth Carlson

Each fall Petra's mom bought the same color socks for all seven of them so that, in theory, there was always a size that fit.

—Blue Balliett

—often used as a name

Have you asked Mom if we can go?

Mom, I'm home!

MOM

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abbreviation

middle of month

Synonyms

Noun

• ma
• mama
• mamma
• momma
• mammy
• mater [chiefly British]
• mommy
• mother
• old lady

Examples of mom in a Sentence

Noun

be sure to tell your mom and dad that you'll be home late for supper

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Silky moms take advantage of modern tech and up-to-date science to make their parenting lives easier. —Jana Pollack, Parents, 11 Feb. 2025

So much love to all the new moms out there leaning into their new powers (and new @fridamom undies)! —Charna Flam, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025

In that instance, commentators overwhelmingly supported the mom's decision, reinforcing the idea that inheriting sentimental items comes with an expectation of respect and responsibility. —Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025

TVLine hears that both the mom and son roles have the potential to recur. —Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 11 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun

short for momma

First Known Use

Noun

1846, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing mom

• mom-and-pop
• mom jeans
• soccer mom

Kids Definition

mom

noun

ˈmäm  ˈməm 

informal

: mother entry 1 sense 1a