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(fa-ther-in-law) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. the father of one's spouse.

Example Sentence

Kate's father-in-law works at the university. Spelled with hyphens.

More Example Sentences

Her father-in-law loves to tell stories.

Synonyms

dad-in-law; spouse's father; father by marriage

Antonyms

grandson

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