Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stepdad
noun
/ˈstɛpˌdæd/
Definition
A stepdad is a man who is married to someone’s mother but is not their biological father.
Examples
- My stepdad taught me how to ride a bike.
- After my parents divorced, my mom married a nice stepdad.
- She often shares stories about her adventures with her stepdad.
Meaning
The term refers to a man who becomes a father figure to a child through marriage rather than biological relation.
Synonyms
- stepfather
- bonus dad
- adoptive father
