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foster
to encourage the development of
In more detail
1. (verb) to encourage or help the growth or development of something
2. (verb) to care for a child who is not your own, usually temporarily, without officially adopting them
3. (adjective) relating to caring for a child who is not your own
Examples
- The school tries to foster a love of reading in young children.
- They decided to foster a teenager from the local care system.
- She works as a foster parent for children in need.
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