orphanage
noun
an institution for the housing and care of orphans.
orphanages
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pluralof orphanage.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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It also demanded a nationwide review of fire safety standards at orphanages, care homes, hospitals and schools.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Russia insists it has moved some Ukrainian children from their homes or orphanages to protect them from hostilities.
From Barron's ● Mar. 10, 2026
Between 2005 and 2010, the number of orphanages in Cambodia jumped from 154 to 269, according to the United Nations Children’s Fund.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2025
It has also been found in wild elephant herds and in some sanctuaries and elephant orphanages.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2025
With Miss Maggie’s help, I wrapped pieces of it in newsprint, tucked them into plain little boxes with no return address, and sent them off to orphanages far and wide.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
