care

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Noun

careSingular
caresPlural
1

The provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of someone or something.

She provides care for elderly patients.

2

Serious attention or consideration applied to doing something correctly or to avoid damage or risk.

Handle the glass with care.

3

A feeling of worry, anxiety, or concern.

He was free from care during his vacation.

Verb

careInfinitive
carePresent tense
caredPast tense
caredPast participle
caringPresent participle
caresThird-person singular
1

To feel concern or interest about something or someone; to attach importance to something.

She really cares about the environment.

2

To look after and provide for the needs of someone or something.

She cares for her elderly mother at home.

3

To like or be willing to do or have something (typically used in questions or negative statements).

Would you care for a cup of tea?

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