(obsolete) The practice of visiting one's literal or figurative mother or mother church (compare Mothering Sunday); also called mothering.

present participle of mother

The nurturing of a child by its mother. / The protective behaviour of a mother towards her child. / Nurturing or protective behaviour reminiscent of that performed by a literal mother.

plural of mothering

plural of mother-to-be

plural of motherer

Agent noun of mother: one who mothers.

(idiomatic, Britain) To pour out tea for others.

A pregnant woman, especially one expecting her first child. / A woman whose partner is pregnant.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of mother