foster child
Americannoun
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a child raised by someone who is not their biological or adoptive parent.
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a needy child, such as one living in an impoverished country, supported or aided by contribution to a specific charity.
noun
Etymology
Origin of foster child
1150–1200; Middle English fostercild
Example Sentences
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When Allan's foster child arrived, he was "scared, very unsure - not knowing how long it's going to last".
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2025
Him being a foster child feels like a significant piece of things.
From New York Times • Jun. 14, 2023
Licensed foster parents and group homes also have the right to reject any foster child before or after their arrival.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2023
The state pays Amerigroup a fixed amount per foster child to provide coverage and hold down costs.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 30, 2023
Since many of the guests had legislative power to make reforms, I suggested that they find a foster child who needed a permanent home and help make it happen in less than six months.
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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