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Surrogate

Definition:

A surrogate is a person or thing that acts as a substitute, typically fulfilling a function or role on behalf of someone else.

Parts of speech:

• Noun
• Adjective
• Verb

Senses:

Noun:

1. A woman who carries and gives birth to a baby on behalf of another person or couple.

2. A substitute for someone in a role or function.

Adjective:

1. Acting as a substitute or replacement.

Verb:

1. To appoint or act as a substitute.

2. To use a surrogacy method to have a baby.

Sample Sentences:

• As a noun:
1. The surrogate agreed to carry and give birth to the couple's child.
2. During his absence, John designated his sister as the surrogate decision-maker.
• As an adjective:
1. The surrogate mother provided a loving home for the child.
2. He found a surrogate family in his close group of friends.
• As a verb:
1. Since Jessica couldn't attend the meeting, she asked her colleague to surrogate for her.
2. After struggling with infertility, they decided to surrogate a child.

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