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FOSTERAGE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Fosterage.

Fosterage - as a noun

Encouragement; aiding the development of something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fostering

Helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community

Example: "They debated whether nature or nurture was more important"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breedingbringing upfosteringnurtureraisingrearingupbringing

Example Sentences

"The king's fosterage of the orphaned prince was seen as a noble gesture."
"In some cultures, fosterage was used as a means of strengthening alliances between tribes."
"The orphan was placed under fosterage of a kind-hearted family."
"The tradition of fosterage helped to ensure the survival of orphaned children."
"The practice of fosterage has evolved over time."
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Word Game Points

Is FOSTERAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fosterage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FOSTERAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is FOSTERAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fosterage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FOSTERAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is FOSTERAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fosterage is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FOSTERAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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