mamma

/mə'mɑ:/
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mamma

A baby elephant drinks milk from its mamma.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The milk-secreting organ of female mammals: The anatomical structure, typically a gland, that produces and secretes milk for nourishing offspring. This is the formal, biological term.
    • Informal term for a mother: A child's word for "mother," often used as a familiar or affectionate form of address. This usage is considered informal and is a variant spelling of "mama."
Examples of Usage
  • Noun (Anatomical):
    • The mammary gland, or mamma, develops during pregnancy.
    • Lactation occurs within the mammae of the female.
  • Noun (Informal for mother):
    • The little boy ran to his mamma.
    • "I want my mamma," the child cried.
Advanced Usage
  • The plural form "mammae" is used specifically in anatomical and zoological contexts to refer to the mammary glands.
    • The number of mammae varies among different mammalian species.
Variants and Related Words
  • Mama (n): The more common informal spelling for "mother."
  • Momma (n): Another informal variant for "mother," common in American English.
  • Mammary (adj): Relating to the mamma or breast (e.g., ).
  • Mammal (n): A class of animals characterized by the presence of mammae.
Synonyms
  • For "mother": Mama, mom, mum, mommy, mummy (all informal).
  • For the organ: Mammary gland, breast, teat (specific to animals), udder (specific to cows, goats, etc.).
Notes on Different Meanings
  • The two primary meanings are distinct: one is a formal biological term, and the other is an informal, familial term. Context always clarifies which meaning is intended.
  • The informal meaning is identical to "mama" and conveys warmth, familiarity, or childish speech.
mamma

A baby elephant drinks milk from its mamma.

Noun
  1. milk-secreting organ of female mammals
  2. informal terms for a mother

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