son
n. countable A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈsən// UK //sˈʌn// son
n. your male child. You use this word to describe a boy or man in relation to his parents.
n. a male offspring in relation to his parents. Used to denote biological, adoptive, or step-relationships.
My son starts school next week.
They are very proud of their son for graduating from university with honors.
The inheritance was divided equally between the eldest son and his two sisters, ensuring the family estate remained intact for the next generation.
From son (“male offspring”).
As a surname, from: *Korean 손 (son) *Khmer ស៊ន (sɔɔn) or Khmer សឺន (səɨn)
Usage
Commonly paired with possessive adjectives like 'my', 'your', or 'their'.