Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fathers-in-law

noun

/ˈfɑːðərz ɪn lɔː/

Definition

The father of one’s spouse.

Examples

After the wedding, James spent more time with his fathers-in-law during family gatherings.
She felt blessed to have supportive fathers-in-law who welcomed her into the family.
Many cultures emphasize the importance of relationships between daughters-in-law and their fathers-in-law.

Meaning

Fathers-in-law refer to the male parent of a person’s husband or wife. This term is typically used in the context of family relationships and is often plural, as a person can have multiple fathers-in-law through marriage.