single father

noun

: a father who does not have a wife or partner
He raised two kids as a single father.

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What did your selection mean for you as a single father? — David W. Brown, New Yorker, 24 May 2026 Ian does his best to make the most of his time with his son, but the single father has a knack for complicating things. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 29 Apr. 2026 Adding to her disorientation is Kenny, the nerdy boy next door who’s now a single father and beloved member of the community. — Emma Sarappo, The Atlantic, 26 June 2026 Now a top barrister and devoted single father to 10-year-old daughter Cami, Cope appears to have rebuilt his life. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for single father

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“Single father.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/single%20father. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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