mama

noun
  1. A child's term for mother, often used to express affection and familiarity. noun
    When I fell down, I called out for my mama.
    Mama always knows how to make me feel better.
  2. An informal or affectionate term for a woman who is a mother or a maternal figure. noun
    The children all gathered around their mama for story time.
    She was known as the mama of the neighborhood, always looking out for everyone.