single parent
A "single parent" is someone who raises their child or children without a spouse or partner.
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Definition
B2Family
(general)A person who raises a child or children without a spouse or partner.
Example
- She is a single parent raising two children on her own.
- Being a single parent can be challenging but also rewarding.
C1Legal
(formal)An individual who has sole custody and responsibility for a child or children.
Similar
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