Associations to the word «Stepchild»

Wiktionary

STEPCHILD, noun. A stepson or stepdaughter
STEPCHILD, noun. The family role (responsibilities and behavioural standards) of a stepchild.
STEPCHILD, noun. (obsolete) A bereaved child; one who has lost father or mother.

Dictionary definition

STEPCHILD, noun. A child of your spouse by a former marriage.

Wise words

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