SIL

SIL has 2 meanings
1. What does SIL stand for?

Son-in-law

SIL is an acronym that stands for "son-in-law" and is typically used in emails, chatrooms, and text messages. The acronym refers to a husband's relation to his partner's parents.

MIL and FIL are used to refer to the parents of the SIL's partner. SIL may also stand for "sister-in-law" so the context in which the acronym is used will indicate if it is referring to "son" or "sister."

Example

Our SIL treats our daughter very well
SIL means
SIL means Son-in-law

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Updated April 4, 2018
2. What does SIL stand for?

Sister-in-law

SIL is an acronym that stands for "sister-in-law" and is typically used in text messages, emails, and chatrooms. The acronym refers to the sister of a partner's spouse or wife of a sibling.

MIL, FIL, DIL, and BIL are also used to refer to "in-law" relations. SIL may also stand for "son-in-law" so the context in which the acronym is used will indicate if it is referring to "son" or "sister."

Example

Fortunately, me and my SILs get along pretty well
SIL means
SIL means Sister-in-law

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Updated April 4, 2018

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