Alloparent Definition

noun
(biology, sociology) An adult animal or person involved in parent-like behaviour towards an individual that is not his or her offspring. [from 20th c.]
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Noun

Singular:
alloparent
Plural:
alloparents

Origin of Alloparent

  • From allo- +‎ parent.

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