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Father-in-law

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈfɑːðəɹɪnˌlɔː/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Father-in-law is a noun meaning One's spouse's father.

Meaning

One's spouse's father.

More Meanings

  1. (obsolete) A stepfather.

Example Sentences

`Yes,` replied Snawley. `The fact is, I am not their father, Mr Squeers. I'm only their father-in-law.`

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include stepdad, stepfather, father, parent-in-law, grandfather-in-law, eldfather.

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