Adoptee
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˌdɑpˈti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Adoptee is a noun meaning An adopted son or daughter.
Meaning
An adopted son or daughter.
More Meanings
- A person who was adopted as a child.
- Synonym of adopter.
Example Sentences
An adult Chinese female adoptee has found her biological parents.
Word Forms
- adoptees
Synonyms for adoptee
Depending on context, synonyms include adopter.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include adoption, child, transracial, adopted, adoptor, adopter.
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