ward
nounmasculineformal/puˈpi.lu/medium
pu·pi·lo
Definition
A person, especially a young one, under the care, guidance, or tutelage of another (guardian, master, teacher).
The famous composer took him on as his ward and pupil.
He became the legal ward of his uncle after his parents died.
Common collocations
ward of the courtteacher's pupil
Etymology
Do latim 'pupillus' (menor sob tutela), diminutivo de 'pupus' (criança).