# helicopter mom

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A mother who is overly protective of her children; especially if she is constantly monitoring or following them.

## Etymology
See the etymology section of helicopter parent

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
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