coparent

/koʊˈpɛrənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who shares the responsibilities of raising a child with another person, often as a result of a separation or divorce.

“After the divorce, the parents had to navigate their new roles as co-parents and make decisions for their child’s education.”

2. verb

To share the responsibilities of raising a child with another person, often in a formal or structured manner.

“The couple decided to coparent their child with the help of a parenting coach to ensure a smooth transition.”

Synonyms

  • co-parent
  • joint parent
  • shared parenting

Antonyms

  • single parent
  • sole caregiver