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Meaning of Adoptee
A person who is adopted.
Definitions
- A person, typically a child, who is taken into a family and raised by people other than their biological parents.
- An individual who has been adopted and is a part of a family through a legal process.
Etymology of Adoptee
The word "adoptee" comes from the verb "adopt," which is derived from the Latin "adoptare," meaning "to choose for oneself" or "to take by choice."
Historically, the term "adoptee" emerged as a need to identify individuals who were part of a family through adoption, distinguishing them from biological children.
Example Uses
- The adoptee had always wondered about her biological parents and decided to search for them.
- As an adoptee, he had a unique perspective on family and identity.
- The support group for adoptees provided a safe space for individuals to share their experiences and feelings about being adopted.