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foster care

noun

the raising or supervision of foster children, as orphans or delinquents, in an institution, group home, or private home, usually arranged through a government or social-service agency that provides remuneration for expenses.

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foster care
noun
supervised care for delinquent or neglected children usually in an institution or substitute home

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