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

Our brother covered his ears, claiming his mom would never behave that way! —Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 28 Sep. 2024

When Lauren’s seven-month-old son, Jack, tested positive for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) a few days after snuggling with family members at a get-together, the New Jersey mom wasn’t initially too concerned. —Kathleen Felton, SELF, 27 Sep. 2024

Clips of Harper recording her mom's designs and Victoria taking her walk, were shown during the Instagram livestream of the show. —Michelle Lee, People.com, 27 Sep. 2024

For more on Riley Keough finishing her mom Lisa Marie Presley's powerful memoir, pick up the latest issue of PEOPLE, on newsstands Friday, or subscribe here. —Brianne Tracy, Peoplemag, 27 Sep. 2024

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