Definition of "adopt" in English

verb

1. To take (a child, heir, friend, citizen, etc.) by choice into a relationship.

2. To take or receive as one's own what is not so naturally.

   • He adopted a new look in order to fit in with his new workmates.

3. To select and take or approve.

   • to adopt the view or policy of another
   • These are resolutions that were adopted.

4. (chess, slang) To beat an opponent ten times in a row.

   • The match was not even close; the IM made amateurish blunders and ended up getting adopted.

noun

1. (art, informal) Clipping of adoptable.