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son-in-law Definition

son·-in-law (sunin lô′)

noun pl. sons·-in-law′

the husband of one's daughter

son-in-law Usage Examples

Possessives

  • king: Believe me, I'll help you become the king's son-in-law.

Converse of object

  • become: So then they had to have special classes for him to explain how to become a son-in-law.
  • have: Do you have any sons-in-law, sons, daughters, or any other relatives?
  • love: Treasured memories of my very dearly loved son-in-law, with thanks for your help and kindness.
  • banish: Cheek By Jowl presents Shakespeare's tale of stolen sons, a banished son-in-law, a daughter on the run and a wicked stepmother.

Adjective modifier

  • future: Do you think higher rank or more wealth would make much difference in your feelings toward a future son-in-law?
  • new: Smith gave the Gazette to his new son-in-law, which Thompson converted in sympathy from Conservative to Liberal.
  • own: He is your own son-in-law, captain of your bodyguard, and highly respected by everyone in the royal court.
  • other: But he did of his other sons-in-law as well, who were Irish descent.
  • intended: The year was 1950 and Joan's father was invited to meet his intended son-in-law and watch him perform on stage.
  • ideal: Not quite certain that Bertie would make the ideal son-in-law.

Modifies a noun

  • nigel.: Your loving wife Peggy, daughter Christine and son-in-law Nigel. xxx.

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