daughter

/ˈdɔːtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A female child or offspring, especially one born to a mother.

“She’s the daughter of a wealthy businessman.”

2. noun

A female descendant of a particular person or family.

“She’s a proud daughter of her immigrant parents.”

3. noun

A female character or part in a play, opera, or ballet.

“The daughter of the king was a key role in the opera.”

4. verb

To produce or give birth to a daughter.

“The couple’s new baby daughter was born last week.”

Synonyms

  • child
  • female
  • girl

Antonyms

  • heir
  • male
  • son