Definition of Nurture
Nurture
Nur·ture
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To care for and support the growth and development of something or someone.
e.g. The teacher worked hard to nurture the students' interest in science.
(verb)
to encourage something and to hold it close, especially an ambition, hope, or belief;
e.g. He will always nurture the dream he has of opening an animal shelter.
(noun)
the process of taking care of someone/something and promoting their growth and development, or something that is provided to them for this purpose;
e.g. A society as a whole helps in the nurture of a child by teaching the child what to expect from other people.
(noun)
the sum of factors such as education/experiences, environment, and upbringing that play a role in shaping the traits and behavior of an individual, as opposed to traits/behaviors that are inborn;
e.g. The researches assumed that nurture plays a role in the individual's health later in life, that those taught healthy habits will be healthier when they are older.
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