Noun

Singular adoption

Plural adoptions

adoption (plural adoptions)

  1. The act of adopting, or state of being adopted; voluntary acceptance of a child of other parents to be the same as one's own child.
    A Chinese baby girl was given away for adoption.
  2. Admission to a more intimate relation; reception; as, the adoption of persons into hospitals or monasteries, or of one society into another.
  3. The choosing and making that to be one's own which originally was not so; acceptance; as, the adoption of opinions.

Finnish

Noun

adoption

  1. Genitive singular form of adoptio.

French

Noun

adoption f. (plural adoptions)

  1. adoption

Related terms

Swedish

Noun

Inflection for adoption Singular Plural common Indefinite Definite Indefinite Definite Base form adoption adoptionen adoptioner adoptionerna Possessive form adoptions adoptionens adoptioners adoptionernas

adoption c.

  1. adoption

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Mon Mar 1 21:43:34 2010

Adoption is a process whereby a person assumes the parenting for another who is not kin and, in so doing, permanently transfers all rights and responsibilities from the original parent or parents. Unlike guardianship or other systems designed for the care of the young, adoption is intended to effect a permanent change in status and as such requires societal recognition, either through legal or religious sanction. Historically some societies have enacted specific laws governing adoption whereas others have endeavored to achieve adoption through less formal means, notably via contracts that specified inheritance rights and parental responsibilities. Modern systems of adoption, arising in the 20th century, tend to be governed by comprehensive statutes and regulations.

Adoption has a long history in the Western world, closely tied with the legacy of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church. Its use has changed considerably over the centuries with its focus shifting from adult adoption and inheritance issues toward children and family creation and its structure moving from a recognition of continuity between the adopted and kin toward allowing relationships of lessened intensity.

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Thu Feb 11 11:35:20 2010

On this adoption tax credit. Can you claim the credit if you adopted through a foster care agency?
Q. My adoption was final Dec 2007. I am a foster parent. since the child i adopted was in the foster care agency, can you still claim the credit? I had minimal expenses. What supporting documents do you need to submit ? If you e-file will you have to mail in or can you still do it all electronically? Thanks for all of your answers in advance.
Asked by LION801 - Sun Jan 6 04:22:47 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. From the IRS website... Topic 607 - Adoption Credit You may be able to take a tax credit for qualifying expenses paid to adopt an eligible child (including a child with special needs). The adoption credit is an amount subtracted from your tax liability. Although the credit generally is allowed for the year following the year in which the expenses are paid, a taxpayer who paid qualifying expenses in the current year for an adoption which became final in the current year, may be eligible to claim the credit on the current year return. The adoption credit is not available for any reimbursed expense. In addition to the credit, certain amounts reimbursed by your employer for qualifying adoption expenses may be excludable from your gross… [cont.]
Answered by Mrs. WC - Sun Jan 6 04:29:01 2008

How to find good adoption attorney in Peru?
Q. I am looking for a good international adoption attorney in Peru to help me work with MIMDES (I don't want to go through any of the agencies currently working in Peru). Where can I find any recommendation or feedback boards other than embassy list of attorneys?
Asked by adoptori - Fri Aug 17 20:35:28 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Try contacting this agency . They specialize in adoption in Peru and will surely have an attorney.
Answered by Still Me - Sun Aug 19 01:16:53 2007

Is a grandparent eligible for the adoption tax credit if he claims the parent as a dependent?
Q. This past year I adopted a foster child. I have been going to school and living with my parents. My dad is claiming me as a dependent. Can he also qualify for the adoption tax credit because of our new son?
Asked by Benjamin T - Thu Mar 13 18:09:07 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. idon't think so because he didn't adopt the child. you did. Did he pay for the adoption fees? however your dad can claim your child as a qualifying child. That way he gets the child tax credit and another 3400 exemption.
Answered by Codys mom - Thu Mar 13 18:20:15 2008

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  • Deaf Adoption News ServiceDeaf Adoption News Service
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    Listings of deaf children waiting to be adopted, and a mailing list.
  • About.com: AdoptionAbout.com: Adoption
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    Provides access to thousands of resources addressing all aspects of adoption. Includes coverage of international adoption issues.
  • American RadioWorks - Finding HomeAmerican RadioWorks - Finding Home
    americanradioworks.publicradio.org
    A series of written stories, as well as a one-hour audio broadcast, which explore fifty years of experience with international adoption by Americans. Additional materials include photojournals, interviews, audio diaries, and supplementary stories.
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