Synonyms for «to adopt a child»

"To adopt a child" means to legally and permanently become the parent of a child who is not biologically related to you. Full definition

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An «in the trenches» discussion on how parents of adopted children with special needs can get connected and supported. (adoptionlearningpartners.org)
Adoption Assistance has assisted families in adopting children from 35 countries around the world. (adoptionassistance.com)
With such a small portion of children being adopted, schools are not always prepared to support the needs of adopted children in their classrooms. (adoptfamilyconnections.org)
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