👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Guardian

noun
/ˈɡɑːr.di.ən/

Meaning

a defender, protector, or keeper; a person legally responsible for the care of someone unable to manage their own affairs

Example Sentences

After her parents died, her uncle became her legal guardian and took care of her.

Synonyms

protector, custodian, caretaker, trustee

Antonyms

ward, dependent, charge, neglector

Collocations

legal guardian, guardian angel, appointed guardian

More Example Sentences

Patients are required to stay with a guardian at all times.

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