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parenting

n.
US //ˈpɛɹəntɪŋ// UK //pˈeəɹəntɪŋ// par·ent·ing
  1. 1 raising a child (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the work and care involved in raising a child.

    the activity of bringing up a child as a parent; often used to discuss specific styles or methods of child-rearing.

    Example

    Good parenting involves setting clear rules while also being kind and supportive.

    Example

    Modern parenting often requires a delicate balance between encouraging independence and providing a secure emotional safety net for the child.

    Usage

    Commonly used as an uncountable noun or as a modifier in phrases like 'parenting skills'.
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