Latin Word Root: Mater (Mother) Flashcards

Latin Word Root: Mater (Mother)

• Alma Mater

  • Originates from Latin, meaning "bounteous mother."
  • Refers to goddesses of abundance in Roman times.
  • Commonly denotes the school or university attended by an individual.
  • Also signifies an anthem associated with educational institutions.

• Maternity

  • Represents the condition and state of being a mother.
  • Encompasses traditional characteristics of motherhood, including nurturing and protectiveness.
  • Refers to hospital sections specifically for mothers and newborns.

• Materfamilias

  • Identifies a woman as the head of a household or tribe.
  • Plays a critical role in family decision-making and management.
  • Emphasizes the nurturing role in child upbringing and family welfare.

• Maternal

  • Pertains to motherhood and qualities associated with mothers.
  • Describes caring and protective behaviors typical of mothers.
  • Includes inheritance or traits passed down from the mother's lineage.

• Mater

  • Informal British term for "mother."
  • Also relates to the structural component of an astrolabe that supports movable parts.

• Animator

  • Refers to an artist specializing in creating animations.
  • Includes various types like cartoon, video-game, and stop-motion animators.

• Material

  • Describes substances or elements that compose objects, e.g., stone or wood pulp.
  • Refers to fabrics used in clothing or resources for creative works.
  • Encompasses items required for tasks or projects.
  • Represents individuals deemed suitable for specific roles or activities.

• Matriarch

  • Signifies a societal structure governed by women.
  • Refers to leadership roles filled by women within families or communities.

• Matricide

  • Denotes the act of killing one’s mother, highlighting a grave crime.

• Matriculant

  • Refers to individuals who have submitted applications or enrolled in higher education institutions.

• Matron

  • Definition includes a married woman, often implying a position of authority or respect.

• Matronymic

  • A nomenclature derived from a mother’s name or a maternal ancestor’s name.

• Matrix

  • Describes an environment conducive to development, often likened to a womb.

• Matriculate

  • The process of registering as a student at a college or university, marking entry into higher education.