Wardship
Pronunciation: /ˈwɔɹdˈʃɪp/
Wardship (noun)
- A legal responsibility to care for a child who cannot manage their own affairs.
- The act of protecting someone or something and looking after their safety and well-being.
- The power a guardian has to make decisions for a person who needs help because of age or incapacity.
Examples
- The court granted wardship to ensure child legal care.
- Wardship can change when child legal care needs a new plan.