stepfather

noun

step·​fa·​ther ˈstep-ˌfä-t͟hər 

: the husband of one's parent when distinct from one's natural or legal father

Examples of stepfather in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

He is survived by his mother, Michelle Rubio, and his stepfather, Deputy Albert Rubio, who is assigned to the Sheriff’s Department’s court services, along with his four stepsiblings, Diserre Rubio, Ashley Rubio, Albert Rubio and Deja Rubio. —Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2025

Whether biological, adoptive, stepfathers, mentors, uncles, godfathers, teachers, coaches, or family friends, men are an important part of the upbringing and development of children. —Eric Adams, New York Daily News, 15 June 2025

Selena’s mom, Mandy Teefey, shares Gracie Elliot Teefey with Selena's stepfather, Brian. —Charna Flam, People.com, 13 June 2025

Instead, Tristen had to bury his stepfather, whose presence and influence on his life clearly cannot be overstated. —Caroline Framke, Vulture, 6 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stepfather

• forefather
• godfather
• grandfather
• bother
• father

Kids Definition

stepfather

noun

step·​fa·​ther ˈstep-ˌfät͟h-ər 

: the husband of one's mother when distinct from one's natural or legal father