Dictionary Check: foster

"foster" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 9 points

Definition

adjective

providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties

Example: "foster parent"
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noun

United States songwriter whose songs embody the sentiment of the South before the American Civil War (1826-1864)

verb

promote the growth of

Example: "Foster our children's well-being and education"
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verb

bring up under fosterage; of children

verb

help develop, help grow

Example: "nurture his talents"
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