noun
mamma
MAH-muh/ˈmɑmə/
A mother, addressed or described affectionately.
The child calls for his mamma from the doorway.
Etymology
A nursery formation from repeated ma sounds. Similar forms arise in many languages without proving a single borrowing path.
In context
In the hospital, her mum, who I call Mamma Grace,
"Indeed, Mamma, you are mistaken," said Elizabeth, blushing for her mother.
More examples
- Her mamma helped her tie the ribbon.
- He wrote an affectionate letter to Mamma.
- The toddler smiled when her mamma returned.
Forms
mamma · mammas