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 will respect your stepdaughter’s position by excising her from the trust, while ensuring you don’t leave a lot of swag for your stepson to squander.

From MarketWatch

Mr Høiby is the stepson of the heir to the Norwegian throne, but does not have any royal title or official duties.

From BBC

She isn’t estranged from her adult son and stepson, she adds.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lucy Burns, from Eastbourne, East Sussex, who receives universal credit, said the change provided a "little buffer" for her family of six, including a stepson.

From BBC

She said Ruben had been able to explain this for many years as the children being "overwrought by enjoyment", until his stepson had concerns in July 2025.

From BBC

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