👩‍👦surrogate

noun
/ˈsʌrəɡət/

Meaning

A substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role.
A substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role or office.

Example Sentences

She acted as a surrogate mother for the child.

The surrogate mother gave birth to the child after carrying it for nine months.

Synonyms

substitute, proxy, replacement, stand-in
Entry 1
substitute, proxy, replacement, stand-in
Entry 2
substitute, proxy

Antonyms

original, authentic, real, primary
Entry 1
original, authentic, real
Entry 2
original, primary

Collocations

surrogate mother, surrogate role, surrogate decision

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