Reference picture. Mom, the meaning of "mom" in American spoken language. Equivalent to mother. This is called rejuvenation.

Mums is used in British English.

Example:

1. We are waiting for Mom and Dad to go home. ...

We wait for mom and dad to come home.

2.

Mom. Is it okay? What about you? Tell? Me? How come? Where to? Do what? It?

Mom, can you tell me what to do?