Adoption

Legal process creating a parent-child relationship.

foster care taking in

Adoption is a legal process that creates a parent-child relationship between individuals who are not biologically related.

Pronunciation

/əˈdɒpʃən/

Etymology

It comes from the Latin word 'adoptio,' meaning to put to, or assign to.

Explain Like I’m 5

Adoption is when someone becomes the legal parent of a child who isn't their biological child, like when parents can't raise their own kids or a couple wants to create a family through adoption.

Fun Facts

The word 'adoption' comes from the Latin word 'adoptio,' meaning to put to

FAQ

What is adoption? It's a legal process that creates a parent-child relationship
Who can adopt? Adults who meet certain requirements can apply to adopt
What are the different types of adoption? There's foster care adoption, international adoption, and private domestic adoption

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

taking in fostering

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

legal process family law

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

foster care international adoption open adoption

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

family law

Indexes

legal process social issue

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