ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
1. : the land of origin of something
Germany … the motherland of philology — René Wellek
2. : the home country of colonies or former colonies
ballads brought into this country from the motherland — Dial
3. : one's native land or country : the country to which one claims native allegiance : fatherland
nurture our children in affectionate regard for the motherland — J.L.Childs