Is your definition of a “normal family” a married mother and father and their biological children living together under one roof? If not, what do you think a Family is - or can be?' Family' is a single word, with many different meanings. People have many ways of defining a family and what being a part of a family means to them. The dictionary defines family in several ways. One definition is "a fundamental social group in society typically consisting of one or two parents and their children.As the saying goes, "Family is what you make it." Whether made of blood relatives, friends, or pets, or a combination of these, your family can offer you the support you need to thrive.