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guardianship
nounfeminineformalcommon/tuˈtɛlɐ/tu·te·la
Definition
1The legal responsibility and authority to care for the personal and property interests of a minor or an incapacitated person.
Usage examples
“The court granted guardianship of the child to her uncle.”
“He was placed under the guardianship of a social services agency.”
Common combinations
legal guardianshipapply for guardianship