parent meaning and definition

PARENT noun

Definition of parent (noun)

1. 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
   • antonym: child
2. an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained

PARENT verb

Definition of parent (verb)

1. bring up
   • "raise a family"; "bring up children"
   • synonyms: bring up, nurture, raise, rear