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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

maternalism

/ˌmætrəˈnælɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does maternalism mean?

noun

A policy or attitude of giving priority to the interests of mothers and their children, often at the expense of other groups. A motherly or protective attitude towards others.

Example

"The government's maternalism policies have been criticized for favoring families with young children over working professionals."

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