foster home
noun
a household in which a child is raised by someone other than their biological or adoptive parent.
foster homes
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pluralof foster home.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Also, what will happen with these accounts as children move in and out of the foster-care system, perhaps going back to live with their parents, moving to other foster homes or being adopted?
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 11, 2026
Born Norma Jeane Mortenson, Monroe grew up in foster homes and was discovered by an army photographer while working in an aircraft factory during World War Two.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
Born in Los Angeles on June 1, 1926, Monroe had an unstable childhood spent between orphanages and foster homes.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
Most of the animals that come in require medical treatment, neutering and surgery, which can become costly for the sanctuary, and they need new foster homes to be readily available.
From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2026
Living in six different foster homes had taught Sara the importance of standing up for herself, but also the significance of not making waves on the first day.
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
