Definition of Adopt
Adopt
a·dopt
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(verb)
to take by choice into a relationship (generally with regards to adding a non-biological child to your family);
e.g. They decided to adopt a child rather than try and go through a risky pregnancy.
(verb)
to accept formally and put into effect;
e.g. They will adopt a new policy for the employees of the company to follow.
(verb)
take up the practice or use of;
e.g. He had to adopt a more genteel manner when making sales deals with the elderly.
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