parent parent /ˈpɛrənt/

noun

1. () A father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian  ( parent )
   a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
    As a parent, it's important to set boundaries and be consistent with discipline while also being loving and supportive
   As a parent, it's important to set boundaries and be consistent with discipline while also being loving and supportive
   
   
2. An organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained  ( parent )
   an organism (plant or animal) from which younger ones are obtained
   

verb

1. Look after a child until it is an adult  ( nurture , parent , bring up , raise , rear )
   look after a child until it is an adult
    Raise a family
   raise a family
    Bring up children
   bring up children