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   Fos·ter

   /ˈfôstər/

   

   verb

   • 1. encourage or promote the development of (something, typically something regarded as good): "the teacher's task is to foster learning" Similar encouragepromotefurtherstimulateadvanceforwardcultivatenurturestrengthenenrichhelpaidabetassistcontribute tosupportendorsechampionspeak forproselytizesponsorespouseupholdbackboostgive backing tofacilitateOpposite neglectsuppressdestroy
   • ▪ develop (a feeling or idea) in oneself: "appropriate praise helps a child foster a sense of self-worth"
   • 2. bring up (a child that is not one's own by birth): "a person who would foster Holly was found" Similar bring uprearraisecare fortake care oflook afternurtureprovide formotherparent

   adjective

   • 1. denoting someone that has a specified family connection through fostering rather than birth: "foster parent"
   • ▪ involving or concerned with fostering a child: "foster care"

   Word Origin Old Englishfōstrian ‘feed, nourish’, from fōster‘food, nourishment’, of Germanic origin; related to food. The sense ‘bring up another's (originally also one's own) child’ dates from Middle English. See also foster-.

   Derivatives

   • 1. fosterer noun

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2. nameberry.com › b › boy-baby-name-fosterFoster - Baby Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

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   4 days ago · The word foster means "to nourish" — as in "fostering hope", or "fostering a relationship". The only problem with Foster might be its association with "foster child." There are numerous notable last-named Fosters, including composer Stephen, actresses Jodie and Sutton, architect Norman, and comic strip artist Hal, creator of "Prince Valiant."

3. www.momjunction.com › baby-names › fosterFoster Name Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity

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   May 7, 2024 · Foster is a name with English and French roots, mostly related to an occupation. Read on if you’re interested in learning more about the name. Foster Name Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity | MomJunction

4. unitedwaynca.org › what-is-foster-careWhat is Foster Care? Learn How Foster Care Works - United Way NCA

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   May 22, 2024 · Foster care is a temporary arrangement where kids live with relatives, foster parents or in designated facilities for a short or long period of time. This occurs when their biological parents cannot meet their basic needs. This allows parents time to “press pause” and regroup with the ultimate goal being reunification.

5. babynames.com › name › FosterFoster: Name Meaning, Popularity and Info on BabyNames.com

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   May 28, 2024 · The name Foster is primarily a male name of English origin that means Forest Worker. Click through to find out more information about the name Foster on BabyNames.com.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › foster parentFoster parent - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   May 19, 2024 · a person who acts as parent and guardian for a child in place of the child's natural parents but without legally adopting the child.

7. www.publicpeople.org › what-is-a-foster-parentWhat is a Foster Parent? (with pictures) - PublicPeople

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   May 23, 2024 · A foster parent is an adult who cares for children that the state has removed from the biological parents' home. These children are removed from the birth parents' custody because the state has determined that it is not safe for the children to remain there. The goal of foster care is to work toward family reunification.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › foster childFoster child - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   May 26, 2024 · Definitions of foster child. noun. a child who is raised by foster parents. synonyms: foster-child, fosterling. see more.