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Foster-Parent

Definition:

A foster-parent is an adult who provides temporary care and support for a child who is unable to live with their biological parents, typically due to neglect, abuse, or other circumstances.

Part of speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

An individual who legally assumes the responsibility of providing care and nurturing to a child not born to them.

Example sentences:

• She became a loving foster-parent to three siblings in need of a stable home environment.
• John and Mary decided to become foster-parents because they wanted to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children.

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Sense 2:

An animal that raises offspring not biologically related to them.

Example sentences:

• The cat acted as a foster-parent to the abandoned rabbit, grooming and caring for it as if it were her own.
• In the animal sanctuary, foster-parents were sought to nurse orphaned bear cubs back to health.

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