Parenting And Family Dynamics

noun a nurse who cares for a child that is not her own, especially a nurse employed to care for a baby in its own home

adjective describes the type of nurse who is providing care in a specific setting or circumstance

• The dry nurse provided specialized care for the newborn baby.
• The dry nurse helped take care of the baby while the parents were at work.
• The dry nurse was a lifesaver for the exhausted parents.
• In times of crisis, she acted as a dry nurse for her friends, providing support and comfort.

noun a person's biological father or male ancestor

• The genitor of the child was determined through DNA testing.
• The genitor of that kid is still a mystery.
• I heard the genitor bailed on them as soon as the baby was born.
• The genitor of this project is the main investor who provided the initial funding.

noun a feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired

verb to be especially proud of (a particular quality or skill)

• She felt a sense of pride when she received the award for her academic achievements.
• I take pride in my cooking skills and love to show them off to my friends.
• His new car is his pride and joy, he loves showing it off to everyone.
• The team's victory filled them with pride, knowing they had worked hard to achieve it.