Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
father-in-law
noun
/ˈfɑːðər ɪn lɔː/
Definition
The father of your spouse.
Examples
- My father-in-law loves to tell stories from his youth.
- We invited my father-in-law to dinner to celebrate his birthday.
- After the wedding, I gained a father-in-law whom I admire greatly.
Meaning
A father-in-law is a person who becomes part of your family when you marry their child. This relationship can create a bond between families through marriage.
Synonyms
- Parent-in-law
- Spouse’s father
- Father by marriage
