Meaning & Definition of word "Foster"
Foster
/ˈfɔːstər/
noun:
- 1. a person who fosters a child.
- Example: The foster and biological parents met to discuss the child's wellbeing.
verb:
- 1. to promote the growth or development of something.
- Example: The organization aims to foster creativity among young artists.
- 2. to take care of a child in one's home for a period of time without becoming their legal guardian.
- Example: They decided to foster a child after hearing about the need for more foster families.
- 3. to encourage or bring about.
- Example: The new policies are designed to foster economic growth in the region.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Old French foster, from Latin foster, meaning 'to feed, nourish'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
foster care:
a system designed to provide temporary care for children.
foster an idea:
to develop or cultivate a concept.
foster a relationship:
to nurture and develop a personal connection.
Related Words
fostering:
the act of taking care of someone else's child.
foster sibling:
a child placed in a home with a family that is not their biological family.
foster parent:
a person who provides temporary care for a child.
Slang Meanings of foster
Meaning: to support someone in their endeavors or projects.
● Example Sentence: He really fostered my interest in art.
Meaning: to encourage a friend or peer.
● Example Sentence: She fosters her friends' talents by helping them showcase their work.