parenthood
noun
par·ent·hood
ˈper-ənt-ˌhu̇d 
: the state of being a parent
specifically
: the position, function, or standing of a parent
Examples of parenthood in a Sentence
parenthood is a difficult task requiring great commitment
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Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2025
An essential part of the dance of managing parenthood and entrepreneurship is being able to ask for and receive help.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 27 Mar. 2025
Clarkson also talked about parenthood in the upcoming episode of Kelce’s podcast, revealing her school system pet peeve.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
The demand for fertility treatment is also rising as more couples are delaying parenthood until their thirties or forties.
—Michelle Travis, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for parenthood
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“Parenthood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parenthood. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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