stepson

American

[step-suhn] / ˈstɛpˌsʌn /

noun

a son of one's husband or wife by a previous marriage.

stepson British

/ ˈstɛpˌsʌn /

noun

a son of one's husband or wife by a former union

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Etymology

Origin of stepson

before 900; Middle English stepsone, Old English stēopsunu. See step-, son

Example Sentences

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You opted to leave her a large sum of money to your stepdaughter, and a smaller amount for your new stepson — out of respect to both your relationship with them and their parents.

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For clarity, my will leaves a significant portion to my stepdaughter, a smaller portion to my new stepson, and the remainder to my husband.

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When Jackson was two, his mother married Charles Jackson, who went on to adopt his new stepson.

From BBC

Ruben's stepson James was worried by what he saw and called the police on more than one occasion to report his concerns.

From BBC

I settled my father’s estate, but found a will deeding a mobile home to his stepson.

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