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guardianship

nounfeminineformalcommon/tuˈtɛlɐ/tu·te·la

Definition

1

The 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.

Synonyms

Common combinations

legal guardianshipapply for guardianship