child support

noun

: payment for the support of the children of divorced or separated parents while the children are minors or as otherwise legally required compare alimony

Examples of child support in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tyrese Gibson recently revealed that he could potentially be arrested at an upcoming court appearance regarding his ongoing child support dispute with his ex-wife. —Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Sep. 2024

Lee is requesting the courts increase Tyrese’s current $20,000 monthly child support payments to $40,000. —Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 6 Sep. 2024

Though sheriff’s detectives typically do not get involved with out-of-state child support cases, concerns for Ward’s safety contributed to their decision to open a case, a spokesman said. —Joe Mahr, Chicago Tribune, 4 Sep. 2024

Deon will pay $1,166 in child support per month, and Karen will be responsible for paying the children’s medical insurance, TMZ reported. —Nicholas Rice, Peoplemag, 15 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1901, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

child support

noun

: payment for the support of the children of divorced or separated parents while the children are minors or as otherwise legally required compare alimony

Legal Definition

child support

noun

: payment made for the support of the children of divorced or separated parents while the children are minors or until they reach an age set by the separation agreement or in a court order compare alimony

Note: Child support is usually paid by the parent who is without custody. In the case of joint custody, both parents usually pay child support.