English Explanatory Dictionary

motherhood statement

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A vague, feel-good platitude, especially one made by a politician, that most people would agree with.

Pronunciation

/ˈmʌðəhʊd ˈsteɪtm(ə)nt/ /ˈmʌðɚˌhʊd ˈsteɪtmənt/ /ˈmə-/ en-au-motherhood statement.ogg

Word forms

motherhood statement motherhood statements

Etymology

Probably from the fact that virtually everyone would say that motherhood is a positive thing.

Related words

flag, motherhood and apple pie mom and apple pie motherhood and apple pie

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