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stepchild

 

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Noun stepchild has 1 sense
  1. stepchild - a child of your spouse by a former marriage
    --1 is a kind of
    child, kid
    --1 has particulars: stepdaughter; stepson

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Stepchild

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A child of one's spouse or domestic partner by a previous union.

Example Sentence 1: John's stepchild from his wife's previous marriage is moving in with them next week.

Example Sentence 2: As a stepchild, Sarah sometimes finds it challenging to adjust to her new blended family.

Sense 2: Figuratively, a person or thing regarded as inferior or less important.

Example Sentence 1: In this company, the research and development department is often treated as the stepchild, with less attention and resources compared to sales and marketing.

Example Sentence 2: The historical significance of this local monument remains overlooked, making it the stepchild of the city's tourist attractions.

Sense 3: In dancing, a slight lunge or movement made by one foot in advance of the other.

Example Sentence 1: The tango routine involves a graceful stepchild that adds a touch of elegance to the choreography.

Example Sentence 2: The dance instructor demonstrated the proper technique for executing a stepchild in ballroom dancing.

Sense 4: As a verb, to treat or regard someone or something with less care or consideration than deserved.

Example Sentence 1: It is unfair to stepchild the ideas of our team members without giving them a fair opportunity to contribute.

Example Sentence 2: The company should not stepchild its employees' mental health and well-being; they are vital for productivity and long-term success.

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