Foster Parent (Noun)
Meaning
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.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The social worker helped the young girl find a foster parent who could provide her with a stable home environment.
- As a foster parent, she had cared for over a dozen children throughout her life, giving them love and support when they needed it most.
- The couple decided to become foster parents to provide a temporary home for children who were in need of care and protection.
- After losing her parents at a young age, the girl was placed with a foster parent who helped her cope with her grief and adjust to her new life.
- The foster parent was trained to handle the child's behavioral issues and provide the necessary emotional support to help him thrive.