stepson

noun

step·​son ˈstep-ˌsən How to pronounce stepson (audio)
: a son of one's husband or wife by a former partner

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The athlete also has a stepson, Myles, from Shaunie's previous relationship, and a daughter, Taahirah, with his former girlfriend, Arnetta Yardbourgh. Natasha Dye, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024 The former’s personable voiceover then takes us back to a few days prior, revealing them be stepson and stepfather. Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 10 Sep. 2024 This moment was not just a reflection of her stepson's happiness, but also a reassurance that their co-parenting approach is working. Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024 Hayek could be seen wearing a strapless red gown, putting a hand around her stepson, who wore a black suit and shirt. Hannah Sacks, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stepson 

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stepson was before the 12th century

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“Stepson.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stepson. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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stepson

noun
step·​son -ˌsən How to pronounce stepson (audio)
: a son of one's husband or wife by a former partner

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