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stepson

American  
[step-suhn] / ˈstɛpˌsʌn /

noun

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


stepson British  
/ ˈstɛpˌsʌn /

noun

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of stepson

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

Example Sentences

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The imitation restaurants are a form of flattery, Bob Auerbach, the founder’s stepson, previously told The Times.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

As well as being a two-time Women's Super League winner with Liverpool, Matt was a father to son Harry, daughter Ellie, and stepson Scott.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Several names were floated to lead from the right, including Jair's third wife and former first lady of Brazil Michelle Bolsonaro -- who faced family criticism for lukewarm support of her stepson, Flavio.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

The fraternity attracts the children of the very wealthy, including Evan Whitesell, the stepson of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Allen’s stepson, Phillip, had been a fullback on the 1980 Permian team that won the state championship.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger

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