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nurture

/ˈnɜː.tʃər/

[/ˈnɜː.tʃər/]

to care for and help grow

Advancedverb

Definition

To nurture is to care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something. Speakers say we must nurture talent and curiosity.

Example

Good schools nurture a love of learning.

Good schools nurture a love of learning.

Etymology

From Old French 'norture', meaning nourishment.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for caring growth of people, skills, or ideas.

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