No. 13,180 in Polish
ojczym
Stepfather.
In a sentence
Mój ojczym często pomaga mi w nauce.
My stepfather often helps me with my studies.
The word 'ojczym' is used in its general meaning as a 'stepfather', referring to the speaker's step-parent who assists with studies.
Czy wiesz, że jego ojczym jest znanym pisarzem?
Did you know that his stepfather is a famous writer?
Here, 'ojczym' refers to a famous individual being the step-parent of the person mentioned, emphasizing the relationship.
Jego ojczym był obecny na wszystkich ważnych uroczystościach.
His stepfather was present at all significant ceremonies.
In this context, 'ojczym' underscores the support and presence of the step-parent in key events of the person's life.
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