verb
    
    -tures; -tured; -turing
    
    [+ obj] to help (something or someone) to grow, develop, or succeed
    
    
    
    
    
    to take care of (someone or something that is growing or developing) by providing food, protection, a place to live, etc.
    
    
    
    
    
    to hold (something, such as an idea or a strong feeling) in your mind for a long time
    
    
    
    
    
    noun
    
    [noncount] formal :the care and attention given to someone or something that is growing or developing