mater

[ mey-ter ]

noun

, plural ma·ters, ma·tres [mey, -treez].

1. British Informal. mother ¹.
2. the backing holding the movable parts of an astrolabe.

mater

/ ˈmeɪtə /

noun

1. slang:public_school.
   a word for mother 1

Word History and Origins

Origin of mater¹

First recorded in 1585–95, mater is from the Latin word māter

Word History and Origins

Origin of mater¹

C16: from Latin

Example Sentences

“It’s been a tough time for our family. I’m thankful for the opportunity to coach at my alma mater.”

From Los Angeles Times

“A fundamental principle of American democracy is that when we lose an election, we accept the results,” Harris told a crowd at her alma mater, Howard University.

From Salon

“My heart is full today, full of gratitude for the trust you have placed in me, full of love for our country, and full of resolve,” Harris told supporters at Howard University, her alma mater.

From Los Angeles Times

Speaking at her alma mater, Howard University in Washington, D.C.,

From Salon

The same was true for Harris, with the event resembling a dance party on the campus of the Democrat’s alma mater.

From Los Angeles Times