noun
parenthood; having children; expecting parent
Refers to being a parent or someone who has children, including expecting mothers. Often used in compound nouns like 子持ち家庭 (family with children).
子持ちの女性が働きやすい環境が必要だ。
We need an environment where women with children can work easily.
彼は子持ちだと聞いて驚いた。
I was surprised to hear that he has children.
noun
containing roe; with eggs
Used for fish or seafood that still have eggs inside. Common in culinary contexts, e.g., 子持ち昆布 (herring roe on kelp).
この鮎は子持ちで、とても美味しい。
This sweetfish is full of roe and very delicious.
Compound of 子 (child) and 持ち (holding, having), from the verb 持つ (to hold). The meaning 'having children' is straightforward from the components.