care

/kˈɛr/

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Noun
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something; "no medical care was required"; "the old car needs constant attention"
Noun
judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger; "he exercised caution in opening the door"; "he handled the vase with care"
Noun
an anxious feeling; "care had aged him"; "they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction"
Noun
a cause for feeling concern; "his major care was the illness of his wife"
Noun
attention and management implying responsibility for safety; "he is in the care of a bodyguard"
Noun
activity involved in maintaining something in good working order; "he wrote the manual on car care"
Verb
feel concern or interest; "I really care about my work"; "I don''t care"
Verb
provide care for; "The nurse was caring for the wounded"
Verb
prefer or wish to do something; "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?"
Verb
be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers"; "This blender can''t handle nuts"; "She managed her parents'' affairs after they got too old"
Verb
be concerned with; "I worry about my grades"
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