Motherless
/ˈmʌðərləs/
Synonyms
- bereaved
- maternal-less
- orphaned
Slang Meanings
An informal term to describe someone who feels neglected or abandoned maternal-wise.
She's acting all motherless after moving out.
Refers to someone having a carefree attitude as if they're unbound by maternal rules.
He was running around like he was motherless at the fair.