Definitions

1. verb

to take someone’s child as one’s own, or to take on the responsibility of caring for someone

“They decided to adopt a child from the orphanage.”

2. verb

to take up or use something, especially an idea or a practice

“The company adopted a new policy to reduce waste.”

3. verb

to accept or take on a new idea, system, or institution

“The city adopted a new zoning law to promote sustainable development.”

4. noun

a person or organization that takes someone’s child as their own

“The adoptive parents were overjoyed to welcome their new son.”

5. noun

a person or organization that takes on the responsibility of caring for something

“The adopter of the new policy was praised for their innovative approach.”

6. verb (transitive)

to select or choose something, especially a name, a term, or a title

“The committee adopted the new name for the project.”