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parenthood Meaning & Definition

/ˈpɛːɹənthʊd/

What Does Parenthood Mean?

As a noun, parenthood means The state of being a parent.

Parenthood in Brief

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈpɛːɹənthʊd/
Pluralparenthoods

Parenthood Definition (Noun)

  1. The state of being a parent.

Synonyms of Parenthood

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Word Forms & Grammar

parenthood (usually uncountable, plural parenthoods)

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Origin of Parenthood

From parent + -hood.

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