Stepfather
(noun)
- A man who is married to one"s parent after the death or divorce of one"s biological father.
- A man who has married one"s mother and become the father figure in one"s life.
Origin:
Mid 16th century: from step- (expressing relationship) + father.
Examples:
- He was my stepfather, but I loved him like my real dad.
- Her stepfather was a kind and supportive man.
- The children were very close to their stepfather.
- He was a great stepfather, always there for us.
- The stepfather was always a positive influence in the children's lives.