allomother

English

/ˈæləˌmʌðə(ɹ)/, /ˈæləˌmʌðɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • (zoology) A human or other creature that provides some maternal care for the young born of another.

Etymology

Prefix from English mother (fermented culture).

Origin

English

mother

Gloss

fermented culture

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