silver cord

/ˌsɪlvər kɔərd/
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Other forms: silver cords

Definitions of silver cord
  1. noun
    the emotional bond between a mother and her offspring
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    type of:
    alliance, bond
    a connection based on kinship or marriage or common interest
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