Care: meaning, definitions and examples

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healthcare

The provision of medical services to maintain or improve a person's physical or mental health.

Synonyms

medical care, medicine, treatment

Examples of usage

The healthcare system is in need of reform.
She works in healthcare and helps people in need.

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care for

Feel concern or interest; attach importance to something.

Synonyms

be concerned about, mind, value

Examples of usage

I care deeply about the environment.
She cares for her elderly parents.

Translations

Translations of the word "care" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cuidado

🇮🇳 देखभाल

🇩🇪 Pflege

🇮🇩 perawatan

🇺🇦 догляд

🇵🇱 opieka

🇯🇵 ケア

🇫🇷 soin

🇪🇸 cuidado

🇹🇷 bakım

🇰🇷 돌봄

🇸🇦 رعاية

🇨🇿 péče

🇸🇰 starostlivosť

🇨🇳 照顾

🇸🇮 nega

🇮🇸 umönnun

🇰🇿 қамқорлық

🇬🇪 ზრუნვა

🇦🇿 qayğı

🇲🇽 cuidado

Word origin

The word 'care' originated from the Old English word 'caru', meaning 'sorrow, anxiety, grief'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the concept of looking after, providing for, or showing concern. The word has been used in various contexts, from healthcare to emotional support, highlighting the importance of showing care and concern for others.