parenthood

[ pair-uhnt-hood, par- ]

noun

1. the state, position, or relation of a parent.

Other Words From

• non·parent·hood noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of parenthood¹

First recorded in 1855–60; parent + -hood

Example Sentences

In 2023 a Planned Parenthood affiliate and a physician challenged the state’s ban under the state constitution.

From Slate

In 2024, the National Abortion Federation and Planned Parenthood’s Justice Fund had to cut their budgets from giving 50 percent assistance to people to 30 percent with no exceptions.

From Salon

The change effectively stripped tens of millions of dollars from organisations such as Planned Parenthood that offer or refer patients for abortions.

From BBC

Major reproductive rights groups such as the regional Planned Parenthood organization did not believe the measure would adequately restore abortion rights and refused to support it.

From Los Angeles Times

In Missouri, Planned Parenthood has invoked the ballot measure to challenge not only the state’s sweeping ban but also laws mandating a 72-hour waiting period, a prohibition on telehealth procedures, and a requirement that clinicians have admitting privileges at a nearby hospital.

From Slate