Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Paternity Suit.
Paternity Suit - as a noun
A lawsuit filed to determine the father of a child born out of wedlock (and to provide for the support of the child once paternity is determined)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bastardy proceedingExample Sentences
"The celebrity was hit with a paternity suit claiming he was the father of an unknown woman's child."
"The paternity suit accused the man of being the biological father of twins."
"The woman filed a paternity suit to establish the identity of her child's father."
"The billionaire was involved in a high-profile paternity suit with a former lover."
"The outcome of the paternity suit determined the financial responsibilities of the father."
