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Definition of parenthood

parenthood

/ˈpɛr.ənt.hʊd/
par · ent · hood
Adverb:parentally
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Adjective:parental
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• noun

1

The state, condition, or responsibility of being a mother or father and raising a child.

Example

"The transition to parenthood brought both immense joy and unexpected daily challenges for the young couple."

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• Nearby Words

parenthetic
parenthetical
parenthetically
parenthood
parenting
parentless
parfait

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from the noun parent combined with the native English suffix -hood, denoting a state, condition, or quality.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Parenthood. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/parenthood
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