"Stepdad" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A stepdad is the second husband or male partner of one's mother, as opposed to one's biological father. It is also known as a stepfather or adoptive father.
Example: My stepdad is really kind to me, he's like a father to me.
In some cases, stepdads can be loving, supportive and can take on a parenting role, while in others, they may not fulfill that role.
A step-father is the husband of one's mother, but not one's biological father. He is a male parent figure who marries the mother of someone, often providing a sense of stability and support, but not being the child's biological parent. The term "step-father" often carries a neutral or even positive connotation when referring to a positive and involved relationships, but can sometimes imply a more distant or strained relationship, particularly if the child's parents are divorced.
A sibling's sister or brother through a parent. Typically, a step-sister's other parent is married to the step-sister's other parent.
A movement or action of walking or climbing, especially a single movement in walking, or one part of a repeated sequence of movements.<br><br>For example: "She took a step back to get a better look at the picture."<br><br>Or, a stage or phase in a process or a series of events.<br><br>For example: "This is the next step in the project."<br><br>Also, a specified part of a journey or distance.<br><br>For example: "We're going to take a 10-step journey to the summit."<br><br>A step can also refer to a sudden increase in tension or a significant event that leads to a new situation.<br><br>For example: "The step up in prices will affect the whole market."<br><br>Additionally, a step can be a title of dignity or authority, especially in a society or organization.<br><br>For example: "She took a step down and handed over the responsibilities to the new CEO."
A stepbrother is a male half-brother, typically the biological child of one's mother but not of one's father. This means that the stepbrother shares only the mother's parent.
An outdated, informal term for "stepmother". <br><br>A stepmother is the woman who is married to one's father after the death of one's natural mother.
The daughter of your spouse, but not your own child. A child's spouse's sibling's child.