ADOPT Meaning and
Definition
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Adopt is a verb that refers to the act of taking someone or something as one's own or to make something one's own. It entails assuming responsibility for someone or something, often permanently, as if they were born or created by oneself.
When used in the context of people, adopt typically indicates the legal and emotional process of taking someone into one's family and treating them as one's own child, even if they are not biologically related. This action usually involves the termination of the parental rights of the birth parents and the granting of legal and custodial rights to the adoptive parents. Adoptive parents often undergo a rigorous assessment process to determine their suitability to care for and provide for the child.
When referring to animals, adopt means to take an animal from a shelter, rescue organization, or breeder and make it part of one's family. This action includes providing care, shelter, and affection for the adopted creature.
Moreover, adopt can also indicate the action of choosing, embracing, or accepting a particular practice, method, belief, or attitude. This usage generally implies a deliberate decision to incorporate or make use of the chosen thing or idea. For instance, a company might adopt a new technology to improve efficiency, or an individual might adopt a healthier lifestyle by exercising regularly and eating a balanced diet.
In summary, adopt encompasses the acts of legally and emotionally bringing someone into one's family, taking an animal into one's care, or embracing a practice, belief, or attitude.
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To take or receive as one's own what is not naturally so-as a person, a thing, an opinion; to choose.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of ADOPT
The word "adopt" has its roots in the Latin word "adoptare", which is a combination of "ad" meaning "to" or "towards" and "optare" meaning "to choose" or "desire". In Latin, "adoptare" referred specifically to the act of choosing a child to be a legal heir, therefore gaining the same rights and privileges as biological children. Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include the concept of taking someone or something as one's own. The word was later borrowed into English from Old French, ultimately giving us the term "adopt" as we know it today.
Idioms with the word ADOPT
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adopt sth as sth
The idiom "adopt something as something" means to accept, embrace, or take on something new, often a belief, idea, or practice, and make it one's own, treating it as though it is an official or established part of oneself or one's life.
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adopt sm as sth
The idiom "adopt someone as something" refers to the act of formally taking someone on as a particular role or position, often involving legal or official processes. It generally implies a sense of commitment and responsibility towards the person being adopted.
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adopt (someone/something) as
The idiom "adopt (someone/something) as" means to choose or accept someone or something as your own, often implying a strong emotional or personal connection. It suggests a sense of bonding or embracing a person or an idea as a part of your life, family, or identity.
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adopt as
The idiom "adopt as" means to choose or take someone or something as one's own, often implying a sense of acceptance, support, or inclusion. It can refer to formally taking on parental responsibilities for a child, or more generally, embracing a person, idea, or concept as part of one's own life or beliefs.
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adopt (someone or something) as
To "adopt (someone or something) as" is an idiomatic expression that means to choose, accept, or take on someone or something as one's own, often with a sense of commitment, devotion, or responsibility. It implies a decision to treat or consider someone or something as a part of oneself or one's family, group, cause, or identity.
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adopt something as something
To "adopt something as something" is an idiomatic expression that means to officially or formally accept, choose, or embrace something as a particular role, position, belief, or identity. It implies taking on the responsibility, commitment, or ownership of that specific thing.
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adopt someone as something
To "adopt someone as something" means to accept or embrace someone as a particular role, characteristic, or member of a group. It suggests willingly taking them under one's care, guidance, or support in that specific capacity.
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adopt, keep, etc. a ˌhigh/ˌlow ˈprofile
Similar spelling words for ADOPT
- adapted,
- adaptor,
- adapt,
- adaptive,
- adoptee,
- adept,
- adapid,
- adoption,
- adoptive,
- adapter,
- adopted,
- adopter.
Conjugate verb Adopt
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