noun (plural only) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:The book celebrates the ancestral mothers of Native American tribes, their stories and contributions to their culture.

Definition:Refers to the female ancestors who are important in the lineage of a group or community.

From ancestral mothers

Example:The suffragettes were the founding mothers of the women's liberation movement.

Definition:Women who play a crucial role in founding or establishing a nation, culture, or institution.

From founding mothers

Example:She was a patroness of the arts, supporting many up-and-coming artists and writers.

Definition:Women who provide support, guidance, or sponsorship to others, especially in a cultural or intellectual context.

From patronesses