soccer mom
The term 'soccer mom' originated in the United States and describes a mother who is actively involved in her children's extracurricular activities, especially sports.
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Definition
B2Family Life
(informal, US)A mother who spends a lot of time driving her children to sports practices and other activities.
Example
- She's a true soccer mom, always shuttling her kids to their games and practices.
B2Sociology
(informal, US)A middle-class, suburban mother who is very involved in her children's lives and activities.
Example
- The candidate's policies appealed to the soccer moms of the suburban districts.
B2Sociology
(informal, US, stereotype)A mother perceived as overprotective or overly competitive about her children's activities.
Example
- Some see the soccer mom as a stereotype of suburban privilege and competitiveness.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "soccer mom":