Meaning & Definition of word "Parent"
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Parent
/ˈpɛrənt/
noun:
- 1. A person who has offspring, especially a mother or father.
- Example: As a parent, it is important to provide a nurturing environment for your children.
- 2. A guardian or caretaker of a child.
- Example: The parent was concerned about the school's safety measures.
- 3. One that begets, gives birth to, or nurtures and raises another.
- Example: The tree is a parent to the apples that grow on its branches.
verb:
- 1. To be a parent to; to raise or nurture a child.
- Example: They decided to parent their children with an emphasis on open communication.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French 'parent' or from Latin 'parentem', meaning 'to bring forth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
single parent:
A parent who is raising a child without a partner.
parent-teacher conference:
A meeting between parents and teachers to discuss a child's progress in school.
helicopter parent:
A parent who is overly involved in their child's life.
Related Words
child:
A young human being.
guardian:
A person who guards, protects, or preserves.
ancestor:
A person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended.
Slang Meanings of parent
Meaning: Mommy/Daddy
Example Sentence: The kids called their parents 'Mommy' and 'Daddy' when they needed something.
Meaning: Rents
Example Sentence: The rents are coming over for dinner this weekend.