guardianship

/'gɑ:djənʃip/
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guardianship

The lawyer explained the terms of the guardianship to the family.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The position, duty, or responsibility of a guardian: The legal or formal role of protecting, managing, or being responsible for someone (especially a minor) or something.
    • The act or state of protecting, supervising, or caring for someone or something: The function of keeping watch over and ensuring the safety and well-being of a person or property.
Usage
  • Guardianship is an uncountable noun. It refers to the concept or state of being a guardian.
  • It is commonly used in legal, formal, and caregiving contexts.
  • It often follows prepositions like , , or (e.g., ).
Examples
  • The court granted guardianship of the children to their aunt after the accident.
  • He assumed guardianship of the family estate.
  • The young prince was placed under the guardianship of a trusted advisor.
  • Her guardianship of the rare artifacts was taken very seriously.
Advanced Usage
  • "To have/assume/take over guardianship": To accept or be given the legal responsibility for someone or something.
    • The grandmother had to assume guardianship of her grandchildren.
  • "To be placed under guardianship": To become the legal ward of a guardian.
    • The court ruled that the elderly man should be placed under guardianship.
  • "Legal guardianship": A specific term for guardianship established and recognized by law.
    • They applied for legal guardianship of their foster child.
Variants and Related Words
  • Guardian (n): A person who guards, protects, or preserves. Specifically, a person legally responsible for the care of someone (like a child) or the management of property.
    • She was appointed as the child's legal guardian.
  • Wardship (n): The state of being a ward or under the protection of a guardian. This is a more specific legal term often related to minors or their property.
    • The estate was held in wardship until the heir came of age.
Synonyms
  • Custody: The protective care or guardianship of someone or something.
  • Care: The provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of someone or something.
  • Protection: The action of protecting, or the state of being protected.
  • Safekeeping: The action of keeping something safe; preservation or protection.
Related Phrases
  • In the care of: Being looked after by someone.
    • The package was left in the care of the concierge.
  • Under one's protection: Being safeguarded by someone.
    • The witness was placed under the protection of the state.
Idioms

Note: There are no common idioms that use the exact word "guardianship." Its meaning is typically expressed directly in formal or legal contexts.

guardianship

The lawyer explained the terms of the guardianship to the family.

Noun
  1. the responsibility of a guardian or keeper
    • he left his car in my keeping
  2. attention and management implying responsibility for safety
    • he is in the care of a bodyguard

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