Wardship Definition
wôrdshĭp
noun
The office of a guardian; guardianship; custody, as of a minor.
Webster's New World
The condition of being a ward, or in the care of a guardian.
Webster's New World
The position of guardian usually, but not necessarily, over a minor.
Webster's New World Law
The situation or condition of being a ward.
Webster's New World Law
(chiefly law) The state of being a ward of someone.
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Noun
Singular:
wardship
Plural:
wardshipsOrigin of Wardship
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ward +"Ž -ship
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