Mama

/mə'mɑ:/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Mother: An informal, affectionate, or childish term for one's mother.
    • A woman in a position of authority or care: Used informally to refer to an older woman, especially one who is nurturing or in charge.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • I love you, Mama. (An expression of affection to one's mother.)
    • The child ran to his mama when he fell. (Referring to a mother for comfort.)
    • She's the mama of the group, always making sure everyone is okay. (Referring to a nurturing figure.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Big Mama": Can refer to a matriarchal figure, a respected older woman, or something large or principal.
    • She's the Big Mama of the family, and everyone listens to her.
  • "Mama's boy": A term (often derogatory) for a boy or man who is excessively attached to or influenced by his mother.
    • He never makes a decision without calling his mother first; he's such a mama's boy.
Variants and Related Words
  • Momma (n): An alternative informal spelling and pronunciation of "mama."
    • Hey momma, what's for dinner?
  • Mamma (n): An archaic or biological spelling, also used historically for "mother" or referring to a mammary gland.
  • Ma (n): A further shortened, informal variant.
    • I'll ask my ma.
Synonyms
  • Mom (n): An informal term for mother.
  • Mother (n): The standard, more formal term.
  • Mum (n): Informal term common in British English.
Related Phrases
  • "Mama said": Often used to introduce a piece of folk wisdom or advice attributed to one's mother.
    • Mama said there'd be days like this.
  • "Mama bear": Refers to a mother who is fiercely protective of her children.
    • Don't mess with her kids; her mama bear instincts will kick in.
Noun
  1. a name under which Ninkhursag was worshipped
  2. informal terms for a mother

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