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Definitions from the WebAparentDescription:Aparent, a term that can be used as a noun, adjective, or verb, refers to something or someone that appears or seems to be but may not necessarily be true or real. It can also describe a person who only appears to be a parent but is not biologically related to the child. Noun:aparent (plural: aparents) 1. Someone who presents themselves as a parent, but is not biologically related to the child. Example sentence: John cannot legally adopt the child, so he acts as an aparent instead, providing love and care. Adjective:aparent (comparative: more aparent, superlative: most aparent) 1. Seemingly true or genuine, but not necessarily so. Example sentence: The aparent problem turned out to be a simple misunderstanding. Verb:aparent (third-person singular simple present: aparents, present participle: aparenting, past tense: aparented, past participle: aparented) 1. To pretend or act as if one is a parent to someone. Example sentence: Sarah, the babysitter, aparented the child while the parents were away. Related Products: | ||||
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