Synonyms

mam

American

[mam] / mæm /

noun

British Informal. mother.
ma'am.

mam British

/ mæm /

noun

informal another word for mother 1

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Etymology

Origin of mam

First recorded in 1565–75;

Example Sentences

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She said that when she first saw Morgan he kept repeating "I didn't do anything wrong, Mam".

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025

It added rangers had carried out extensive work to protect and preserve the hillfort at Mam Tor, which is a "scheduled monument and is of great archaeological importance".

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2025

"We're aware that the National Trust rangers have removed some at Mam Tor for this very reason," a spokesperson added.

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2025

So why has Mam Tor become so popular, when there are loads of areas to explore in the Peak District?

From BBC • May 4, 2025

Mam says, Look at him trying to dance with that child in his arms, him with his two left feet.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt

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