stepparent

noun

step·​par·​ent ˈstep-ˌper-ənt 

: a person who is a stepmother or stepfather

Examples of stepparent in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Since then, Petito's parents and stepparents have launched a foundation in her name, combatting domestic violence and raising awareness for other missing person cases. — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2026

These people could include biological parents, stepparents, adoptive parents or other adults serving in those roles. — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 20 June 2026

After getting together, the pair welcomed three children — King, Major and Heiress — while also assuming the role of stepparents to the older children. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026

Can the child celebrate with stepparents? — Rebecca L. Palmer, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stepparent

• aberrant
• apparent
• declarant
• grandparent
• transparent
• errant
• parent
• semitransparent

Kids Definition

stepparent

noun

step·​par·​ent ˈstep-ˌpar-ənt 

-ˌper-

: a person who is a stepmother or stepfather