Parent Definition & Meaning
parent
- noun
- a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
- an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained
- verb
- bring up; "raise a family"; "bring up children"
"Parent" in song lyrics
See how parent is used in real songs:
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"'Til it became apparent, my parents shouldn't have been a parent"
Chino XL — Wordsmith -
"My parents shouldn't have been a parent"
Chino XL — Wordsmith -
"Naming off a certain something you've achieved might help a struggling parent"
Eligh — Positive Dreams
Words that rhyme with parent
Usage tips for "parent"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "parent" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for parent to find words that pair well.
Use "parent" in a verse
Now that you know what "parent" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does parent mean?
- a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained bring up; "raise a family"; "bring up children"
- What part of speech is parent?
- Parent is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does parent have?
- Parent has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).