Noun
- 1. parent, genitor
- usage: a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
- 2. parent, organism, being
- usage: an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained
Verb
- 1. rear, raise, bring up, nurture, parent
- usage: bring up; "raise a family"; "bring up children"
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