Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mother-hubbard
noun
/ˈmʌðər ˈhʌbərd/
Definition
A term often used to describe a kind old woman or a motherly figure, sometimes associated with old-fashioned or traditional roles.
Examples
- “In the story, the mother-hubbard cared for all the neighborhood children.”
- “She was known as the mother-hubbard of the town, always ready to lend a helping hand.”
Meaning
The phrase typically conveys warmth, nurturing, or care, often evoking a sense of nostalgia for simpler times.
Synonyms
- matron
- caretaker
- nurturer
