fostering
/ˈfɔːstərɪŋ/
noun
- The activity of taking care of a child or animal that is not one's own, usually temporarily.
- The charity focuses on fostering for dogs that have been rescued.
- She decided to look into fostering after her own children grew up.
- Fostering can be a rewarding experience for the whole family.
adjective
- Providing care for a child or animal that is not one's own, usually temporarily.
- The fostering program matches animals with temporary homes.
- She attended a workshop for new fostering parents.
- They are a fostering family for children in need.