foster — to encourage or promote the development of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to encourage or promote the development of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːstər/
Example Sentences
- My math teacher tried to foster my love for numbers, but I still think algebra is just letters having an identity crisis.
- The company hopes to foster better communication between departments.
- Reading bedtime stories can foster a child's imagination and vocabulary.
foster
VERB[/ˈfɔːstər/]
to encourage or promote the development of something
A teacher fosters curiosity by encouraging students to explore new ideas.
Good teachers foster what young minds hunger for.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'fostre' meaning food or nourishment, derived from Proto-Germanic 'fostra-' related to food and sustenance. The meaning evolved to include the nurturing sense of promoting growth and development.
Breakdown
foster (from Old English fostre - nourishment/food) → extended meaning: to provide care for or encourage the growth of something, as one would nourish a child
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📝Examples
“My math teacher tried to foster my love for numbers, but I still think algebra is just letters having an identity crisis.”
“The company hopes to foster better communication between departments.”
“Reading bedtime stories can foster a child's imagination and vocabulary.”
“She decided to foster kittens because buying cat food in bulk made her feel important.”
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