Daughter — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˈdȯ-tər/ daugh·ter

Meaning & Definition of Daughter

Daughter (noun)

  1. a female offspring especially of human parents
  2. a female adopted child
  3. a human female descendant

Daughter (adjective)

  1. having the characteristics or relationship of a daughter
  2. belonging to the first generation of offspring, organelles, or molecules produced by reproduction, division, or replication

Daughter (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a female human born to parents

    "Their youngest daughter graduated from college this year."

    similar: child, girl, kid, kiddie, kiddo, offspring, progeny, seed, stock, heir, inheritor, scion, successor, descendant

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Daughter

The most common words with a similar meaning to Daughter:

child, girl, kid, kiddie, kiddo, offspring, progeny, seed, stock, heir, inheritor, scion, successor, descendant

Word Forms of Daughter

Inflections: daughters

Derived words: daughterhood (noun), daughterless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Daughter

Middle English, doughter, from Old English dohtor; akin to Old High German tohter daughter, Greek thygatēr

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Daughter

Words & Phrases Containing Daughter

daughter-in-law, prodigal son/daughter

Frequently Asked Questions about Daughter

What does "Daughter" mean?

"Daughter" means a female offspring especially of human parents. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a female offspring especially of human parents.

What is another word for "Daughter"?

Other words for "Daughter" include child, girl, kid, kiddie, kiddo, offspring, progeny and seed. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Daughter" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Daughter"?

There are 14 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Daughter". Common alternatives include child, girl, kid, kiddie, kiddo, offspring, progeny, seed, stock and heir.

How do you use "Daughter" in a sentence?

Examples of "Daughter" in a sentence: "Their youngest daughter graduated from college this year.".

Is "Daughter" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Daughter" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Daughter" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Daughter" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Daughter"?

"Daughter" is pronounced /ˈdȯ-tər/ and divided into syllables as daugh·ter.

What is the origin of the word "Daughter"?

"Daughter" comes from Middle English, doughter, from Old English dohtor; akin to Old High German tohter daughter, Greek thygatēr. First known use: before 12th century.