Pronunciation: /kɛr fɔr/
noun a feeling of concern or interest towards someone or something
A1 I have a plant that I care for every day.
A2 She showed great care for her pet dog.
B1 The nurse provided excellent care for the elderly patients.
B2 The organization has a program to provide care for orphaned children.
C1 He demonstrated exceptional care for his employees' well-being.
C2 The foundation is dedicated to providing care for endangered species.
verb to feel concern or interest towards someone or something; to look after or provide for someone or something
A1 I care for my pet fish by feeding it every day.
A2 She cares for her elderly grandmother by visiting her regularly.
B1 As a nurse, I care for my patients by administering medication and monitoring their condition.
B2 The conservationists care for the endangered species by protecting their habitats and monitoring their populations.
C1 The hospice provides specialized care for terminally ill patients to ensure their comfort and well-being.
C2 The philanthropist cares for the less fortunate by donating generously to various charities and organizations.
formal It is important to provide proper care for the elderly in nursing homes.
informal Do you think you can care for my plants while I'm on vacation?
slang I'll take care of the dishes, no worries.
figurative He didn't seem to care for her attitude during the meeting.
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