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PARENT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Parent.

How to pronounce parent:

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Parent - as a noun

A father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
genitor
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
child

An organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

Parent - as a verb

Look after a child until it is an adult

Example: "Raise a family"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring upnurtureraiserear
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"My mother is a single parent."
"The school organized a meeting for all the parents."
"The parent's role is to guide and support their child."
"She is a responsible and loving parent."
"The parents discussed their concerns with the teacher."
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Word Game Points

Is PARENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, parent is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is PARENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is PARENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parent is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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