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mothering

noun C2
  1. The nurturing of a child by its mother. (countable, uncountable)
  2. The protective behavior of a mother towards her child. (countable, uncountable)
  3. Nurturing or protective behavior reminiscent of that performed by a literal mother. (countable, uncountable)

Plural motherings

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