Definition of parenthood Parenthood

/pɛˈɹʌnthʊˌd/ - [peruntud] - par•ent•hood

We found 4 definitions of parenthood from 4 different sources.

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What does parenthood mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: parenthoods

parenthood - the state of being a parent; "to everyone's surprise, parenthood reformed the man"
  parentage
  adulthood the state (and responsibilities) of a person who has attained maturity
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  • parenthood (n.)
    The state of a parent; the office or character of a parent.

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parenthood in sign language
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