Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stepson

noun
/ˈstɛp.sən/
Definition
A son of one’s spouse from a previous relationship or marriage.
Examples
  • After his mother remarried, he became her husband’s stepson.
  • He treats his stepson with all the love and care a biological father would.
  • My stepson is coming over for the weekend.
Meaning
A stepson is a boy or man who is not a biological son but is treated as a son due to the remarriage of one of his parents.
Synonyms
  • None biologically related son
  • Non-biological son