Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
surrogate-mother
noun
/ˈsɜːrəɡət ˈmʌðər/
Definition
A surrogate mother is a woman who carries and delivers a child for another person or couple who are unable to conceive or carry a baby themselves.
Examples
- Many couples facing infertility turn to a surrogate mother for help in starting a family.
- The surrogate mother was well-informed about the process and felt supportive of the intended parents.
Meaning
In the context of reproductive technology, a surrogate mother agrees to become pregnant and give birth to a child for someone else, often referred to as the intended parents.
Synonyms
- gestational carrier
- birth mother
- substitute mother
