mammy Definition
- 1a child's word for mother
- 2a black nursemaid or nanny, especially in the southern US
Using mammy: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mammy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I want my mammy!
Example
The mammy took care of the children while the parents were at work.
mammy Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: mammy in Brief
The term 'mammy' [ˈmæmi] is a child's word for mother and also refers to a black nursemaid or nanny, particularly in the southern US. It is commonly used by children to refer to their mother, as in 'I want my mammy!', and has historical connotations related to the role of black women as caregivers during slavery and segregation.
