stepfather
noun
step·fa·ther
ˈstep-ˌfä-t͟hər 
: the husband of one's parent when distinct from one's natural or legal father
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Her stepfather is abusive, and her one real friend ditches her to befriend the popular kids once Maddy comes out as liking girls.
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James Grebey, TIME, 17 May 2024
Her late stepfather, James D. McKellar, was once the devoted head waiter and elevator operator for the club.
—Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 15 May 2024
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James Grebey, TIME, 17 May 2024
Her late stepfather, James D. McKellar, was once the devoted head waiter and elevator operator for the club.
—Bea L. Hines, Miami Herald, 15 May 2024
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stepfather
noun
step·fa·ther
ˈstep-ˌfät͟h-ər
: the husband of one's mother when distinct from one's natural or legal father
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