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English word origin

Etymology of moms

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
noun

plural of mom

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
noun

Affectionate term of address for one's mother.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Etymology tree English mom English -syclip. English -s English moms From mom + -s (hypocoristic suffix).

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