First Known Use: 1894
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in–law
noun \ˈin-ˌlȯ\
: a person you are related to because of your marriage; especially : the father or mother of your husband or wife
Full Definition of IN-LAW
: a relative by marriage
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Origin of IN-LAW
mother-in-law, etc.
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in–law
noun \ˈin-ˌlȯ\
Definition of IN-LAW for Kids
: a relative by marriage and especially the mother or father of a person's husband or wife
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