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fostering

[ˈfɒstərɪŋ]

fostering Definition

  • 1the act of taking care of a child or children who cannot live with their parents, usually by providing a temporary home until a permanent one can be found
  • 2encouraging the development or growth of something

Using fostering: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fostering" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She has been fostering children for over a decade.

  • Example

    The company is fostering innovation through its research and development department.

  • Example

    The teacher is fostering a love of reading in her students.

fostering Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fostering

Antonyms for fostering

Phrases with fostering

  • a system in which a minor has been placed into a ward, group home, or private home of a state-certified caregiver, referred to as a 'foster parent'

    Example

    The child was placed in foster care after being removed from an abusive household.

  • a family that provides care for a child who cannot live with their biological family

    Example

    The foster family provided a safe and loving home for the child.

  • a private home where a child is placed by the government, usually due to abuse or neglect in their biological home

    Example

    The child was placed in a foster home while waiting for a permanent placement.

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Summary: fostering in Brief

Fostering [ˈfɒstərɪŋ] refers to taking care of children who cannot live with their parents, often on a temporary basis. It also means encouraging the growth or development of something, such as innovation or a love of reading. Examples include 'She has been fostering children for over a decade' and 'The teacher is fostering a love of reading in her students.' Fostering extends into phrases like 'foster care,' which is a system for placing minors with certified caregivers.

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