Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Foster.
How to pronounce foster:
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Foster - as a noun
United states songwriter whose songs embody the sentiment of the south before the american civil war (1826-1864)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stephen collins fosterstephen fosterFoster - as an adjective satellite
Providing or receiving nurture or parental care though not related by blood or legal ties
Example: "Foster parent"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
surrogate10Foster - as a verb
Promote the growth of
Example: "Foster our children's well-being and education"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
further13Bring up under fosterage; of children
Help develop, help grow
Example: "Nurture his talents"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nurture7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
encourage12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Foster - as an adjective
Providing parental care to children not related to oneself.
Example: "Foster parents"
Receiving such care.
Example: "A foster child"
Related by such care.
Example: "We are a foster family."
Example Sentences
"She was placed in a foster home after her parents passed away."
"The organization provides support for foster families."
"Many children in the orphanage are waiting for foster parents."
"The foster system aims to provide a safe environment for children in need."
"He grew up in multiple foster homes throughout his childhood."
Word Game Points
Is FOSTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, foster is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FOSTER has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is FOSTER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, foster is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFOSTER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is FOSTER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, foster is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFOSTER has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
