stepchild Definition
a child of one's spouse by a previous marriage or relationship, who is not one's own child.
Using stepchild: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stepchild" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She treats her stepchildren as if they were her own.
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He has two stepdaughters from his wife's previous marriage.
stepchild Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for stepchild
Phrases with stepchild
Example
She always felt like the wicked stepchild in her blended family.
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Despite its rich history, poetry is often considered the stepchild of the arts.
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Ecology has long been considered the stepchild of science, receiving less funding and attention than other fields.
Summary: stepchild in Brief
A 'stepchild' [step-chahyld] is a child of one's spouse by a previous marriage or relationship, who is not one's own child. It is common in blended families, where the stepparent may treat the stepchild as their own. The phrase 'wicked stepchild' refers to a stepchild who is treated harshly or unfairly by their stepparent.
