Definition

The act of caring for and raising a child or children, typically by a mother.

Example

Mothering involves providing love, support, and guidance to children as they grow.

Conversation

I was talking to Sarah about the challenges of mothering while working.

That sounds tough! Balancing both can be really exhausting.

Yeah, she mentioned that mothering requires so much energy and patience.

I can imagine! It’s a full-time job on its own.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mothering → It is formed from "mother" (from Old English "modor", meaning a female parent) and "-ing" (a suffix used to indicate the action or process of). The word "mothering" refers to the act of nurturing or caring for someone as a mother would.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'mother' as representing a female parent who nurtures, and the '-ing' shows the action of doing that nurturing. This helps you remember that 'mothering' means the act of caring for someone like a mother.

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