Meaning of the word mother-in-law in English

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mother-in-law

US /ˈmʌð.ər.ɪn.lɔː/
UK /ˈmʌð.ər.ɪn.lɔː/
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Noun

the mother of one's husband or wife

Example:
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My mother-in-law is visiting us next week.
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She has a very good relationship with her mother-in-law.