Mum

/mʌm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A term of endearment for mother.

I called mum to tell her about my day.

A British informal term for a mother.

My mum always knows how to make me feel better.

An informal term used for a woman as a mother, especially in the context of family.

Mum is baking cookies for us this weekend.

verb

To refuse to speak or to remain silent.

He just mummed during the whole meeting.

To speak in a soft or muffled manner.

She mummed her response so we couldn't hear her.

From Middle English 'momme', also reflecting child language.

Mum's the word

To keep quiet about something.

Mum's the best

A common expression indicating appreciation for one's mother.

Mum's advice

Suggestions or guidance provided by one's mother.

maternal

Relating to a mother.

matriarch

A woman who is the head of a family or tribe.

Mumsy

She has a really mumsy vibe about her.

Mumsy-poo

Look at that, it's all prepared like a true mumsy-poo.