foster son

American  

noun

1. a boy raised like one's own son, though not such by birth or adoption.

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Etymology

Origin of foster son

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50

Example Sentences

And, since then, they have kept in touch with many of the young people they have helped, including one foster son who's now aged 54.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2023

Then tragedy struck her life as well when her 16-year-old foster son died suddenly from a heart condition.

From Washington Times • May 26, 2023

Bradford is in the process of formally adopting Je'Shawn, who has been in her custody as a foster son since his mother was arrested.

From Salon • Nov. 22, 2022

Her 15-year-old foster son agreed to go to Russia, she said.

From New York Times • Oct. 22, 2022

If I am successful, you will soon hear from me, and if not, you will have the consolation of knowing that your foster son died as became the son of a soldier.

From The Cavaliers of Virginia or, The Recluse of Jamestown. Vol. II by Caruthers, William A. (Alexander)