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Word: mater
1. Parts of Speech
Noun
2. Definitions
- The Latin word for mother.
- (US) Short for "tomato".
- (UK) A colloquial term for "mother".
3. Pronunciations
- (US) /ˈmeɪtər/
- (UK) /ˈmɑːtə/
4. Origin and Usage
The word "mater" comes from the Latin word for mother. In modern usage, "mater" is most commonly used as a shortened form of the word "tomato" in the US. In the UK, "mater" is a colloquial term for "mother".
5. Synonyms
Tomato, mom, mum
6. Related Words
Amber, apple, bread, cheese, cream
7. Example Sentences
- The mater plant was brought to Europe by the Spanish in the 16th century.
- (US) She sliced up some fresh maters for the salad.
- (UK) Shes a great mater and always knows how to make me feel better.