1. plural of motherhood; the state, condition, or experience of being a mother
Usage: countable plural form; used when referring to multiple instances, types, or aspects of motherhood
2. plural of motherhood; the collective experiences, roles, or identities of mothers in different contexts or cultures
Usage: often used in academic, social, or cultural discussions

Examples

• Different cultures have varying expectations about motherhoods and parental roles.
• The book explores various motherhoods across history and geography.
• She wrote about the challenges and joys of multiple motherhoods in her essay.
• Feminist scholars have examined how motherhoods are socially constructed.
• The documentary features interviews with women discussing their different motherhoods.
• Modern motherhoods often balance career and family responsibilities.