nonbiological

/ ˌnɒnbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /

adjective

1. not related by birth

   nonbiological mother

2. (of a detergent) not containing enzymes said to be capable of removing stains of organic origin from items to be washed
3. not of or relating to biology

Example Sentences

Kentucky courts routinely protect the nonbiological parents—grandparents, aunts, uncles, family friends—who step up to parent when biological parents cannot.

From Slate

But these very families do better when nonbiological parent–child relationships are protected.

From Slate

For their part, courts and lawmakers throughout the country recognize the importance of these nonbiological parent–child relationships.

From Slate

When discussing nonbiological parents, the conversation often centers same-sex couples.

From Slate

So it may be in deep space, not on a planetary surface, that nonbiological “brains” may develop powers that humans can’t even imagine.

From Scientific American