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momism

/ˈmɑː.mɪ.zəm/

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noun

/ˈmɑː.mɪ.zəm/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее практику или склонность матери к чрезмерной опеке и контролю, что часто приводит к излишней зависимости и препятствует развитию самостоятельности у детей.

A noun referring to the practice or tendency of a mother to be excessively protective and controlling, often leading to over-dependence and hindered independence in her children.

uncountable

  1. Excessive maternal protectionC1formalamerican

    A social or psychological condition characterized by excessive or overprotective mothering, often believed to hinder a child's independence.

    ruЧрезмерная материнская опека

    • The psychologist argued that momism can lead to dependency in adulthood.
    • Some critics claim that momism weakens a child's ability to face challenges.
    • The concept of momism was popularized in mid-20th century American sociology.

    Synonymssmothering

Forms
  • momisms plural form
  • momisms' possessive plural form
  • momism's possessive singular form