Meaning of the word "be adopted" in English
What does "be adopted" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be adopted
US /bi əˈdɑptɪd/
UK /bi əˈdɒptɪd/
Phrase
1.
to be legally taken into another family to be raised as their own child
Example:
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Many children in orphanages hope to be adopted.
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She was happy to be adopted into a loving family.
2.
to be chosen or taken up as one's own
Example:
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The new policy is expected to be adopted by the committee next month.
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The company decided to be adopted a new software system.
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