In-Laws And Extended Family

noun a woman who is married to one's parent after the death or divorce of the other parent

• The stepmother played a significant role in the upbringing of her stepchildren.
• My stepmother is always nagging me to clean my room.
• I can't stand my stepmom, she's always on my case about everything.
• The new CEO was seen as the stepmother of the company, making tough decisions for its future.

noun A person's father or mother-in-law, or the parents of one's spouse.

• My parents-in-law are coming over for dinner tonight.
• I have to visit my parents-in-law this weekend.
• I'm meeting the 'rents-in-law for brunch tomorrow.
• Dealing with difficult parents-in-law can feel like walking on eggshells.