Definition

A male child or descendant in relation to his parents.

Example

My son loves to play soccer after school.

Conversation

Have you met my son yet?

No, I haven't! How old is he now?

He's just turned five and full of energy.

That's great! I bet he's a lot of fun to be around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'son' originates from Old English 'sunu', meaning a male child or offspring. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, such as Old High German 'sunu' and Old Norse 'sonr', both meaning son or child.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'sunu' for a male child — this helps you remember that 'son' refers to a male offspring.

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