moth·er·land

moth·er·land
/ˈmʌðɚˌlænd/ noun [count]
: the country where you were born or where your family came from
— usually singular

Although she had lived in America for many years, she still spoke the language of her motherland.

— often used with the

The whole family wanted to return to the motherland.

Motherland can refer to any country, but it is often associated especially with Russia. compare fatherland

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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