Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

matri

Prefix

/ˈmeɪtri/

Definition

A prefix meaning mother or maternal in origin.

Examples

Matriarch: A female head of a family or group.
Matriculate: To enroll in a college or university, often requiring parental consent for minors.
Matrilineal: Describing a lineage or inheritance system that is traced through the mother.

Meaning

The term ‘matri’ is derived from the Latin word ‘mater’, which translates to ‘mother’. It is often used in terms related to mothers or maternal figures.