English

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Etymology

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elder +‎ mother

Noun

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eldermother (plural eldermothers)

  1. Synonym of eldmother
    • 2011, Pati Nagle, Heart of the Exiled:
      She was his kindred now, being Eliani's eldermother. Smiling at the thought, he hastened into the palace and down to the council chamber, hoping he was not late for the session.