son

noun

Definition of sonnext
as in boy
a male human born to parents Their two sons were always in competition with one another.

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Recent Examples of son Here’s an overview of the schools these daughters and sons of royalty will attend when the new school year begins in September. — Séraphine Roger, Vanity Fair, 16 Aug. 2026 The couple welcomed their first child together, son Rocky, in November 2023. — Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026 The couple, along with their daughter Harper and their son Romeo, have been enjoying a relaxing trip around Europe this summer. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 Five years later, father and son traveled to London together after Ben Franklin was sent to the capital of the British Empire to represent Pennsylvania’s colonial government. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for son
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  1. boy
  2. child
  3. kid
Noun
  • The original film follows a young boy named Miguel who feels a calling to music against his family’s wishes.
    — Matt Minton, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Fans may recall that Agatha helped Bill track down the soul of his twin, Tommy (aka Speed), and place him into the body of a teen boy who drowned, Thomas Shepherd.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of boy
Noun
  • Sun-protective clothing has long had an audience with swimmers, surfers and young children donning the trusty rash guard, as well as hikers and athletes.
    — Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Family and religion Sabio and his wife, Abigail, have five children.
    — Amy DeLaura, The Washington Examiner, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of child
Noun
  • Writer Brad Bird confirmed there will not be a time jump in the third movie, keeping the Parr kids Violet, Dash and Jack-Jack at their original ages.
    — Mya Copeland, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Families can also participate in daily arts and crafts sessions, with materials provided on request and staff on hand to help kids create their own souvenirs.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
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