stepmom

noun

step·​mom ˈstep-ˌmäm How to pronounce stepmom (audio)
plural stepmoms
: stepmother
Chicken spaghetti casserole: This … creamy noodle dish is one of my absolute favorite things my stepmom makes, and I'd love to make it for you.Claire Lower

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The film, which marks Hargitay's feature film directorial debut, features her various siblings as well her stepmom, Ellen, and her biological father, Nelson Sardelli. Alex Ross, People.com, 27 June 2025 An example is Hedges’ stepmom’s strawberry salad, one of several vegetarian options at Rougarou. Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 24 June 2025 Weston’s stepmom, Amy Gosa, announced his death on Facebook earlier this month. Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025 His mom and stepmom are best friends and conspire (with affection) against his dad. Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for stepmom

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stepmom was in 1914

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“Stepmom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stepmom. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.

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