daughter
UK: ˈdɔːtə | US: ˈdɔːtər
n. a female child in relation to her parents
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The word "daughter" traces back to Old English dohtor, derived from Proto-Germanic dōhtēr, which itself originates from Proto-Indo-European dʰugh₂tḗr (meaning "daughter"). The root dʰugh₂- is linked to the concept of milking or nurturing, reflecting ancient societal roles where daughters were often associated with domestic care. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation evolved through Germanic languages into Modern English "daughter," retaining its core meaning.
She is the youngest daughter in the family.
His daughter graduated from university last year.
The mother and daughter went shopping together.
In many cultures, a daughter inherits family traditions.
They celebrated their daughter’s birthday with a party.