foster care

/ˈfɑstər kɛr/
/ˈfɒstə kɛə/
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Definitions of foster care
  1. noun
    supervised care for delinquent or neglected children usually in an institution or substitute home
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    type of:
    care, charge, guardianship, tutelage
    attention and management implying responsibility for safety
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US
/ˈfɑstər kɛr/
UK
/ˈfɒstə kɛə/
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