Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mather
noun
/ˈmæðər/
Definition
A mather is a term used to refer to a person who is skilled in the art of gathering or preparing materials, often relating to medicine or herbal remedies.
Examples
- The ancient mather collected various herbs to create natural remedies.
- In her village, she was known as the mather who could heal with plants.
- The mather taught her children how to identify useful plants in the wild.
Meaning
Typically, it refers to someone who gathers herbs or plants for medicinal purposes, often associated with traditional practices.
Synonyms
- herbalist
- gatherer
- apothecary
