parenting
noun/ˈpɛrəntɪŋ/
Frequency rank: #4,952 most common English word
Meaning
The activity of raising and caring for a child.
Example sentence
Good parenting involves both love and clear boundaries for children.
Synonyms & related words
- child-rearing
- upbringing
- caregiving
- nurturing
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