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View definitions for motherland

motherland

noun as in birthplace

noun as in fatherland

Strong match

noun as in homeland

Strong match

Weak match

noun as in mother country

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Example Sentences

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Her work is motivated by all who are learning about their history and taking action to heal the wounds of war for their families and their motherland.

From Salon

"We are returning home to our motherland," says one man.

From BBC

This is the rhetoric feared by many on the self-governing island of Taiwan, which China believes is a breakaway province that will one day be united with the motherland.

From BBC

"They who fought for justice are all heroes and representatives of the honour of the motherland," Kim said according to KCNA.

From BBC

"This is the best new year gift. Wish our motherland prosperous and strong," another reads.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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