Guardianship

usgb/ˈɡɑːrdiənʃɪp/
noun

The legal role of looking after someone who cannot look after themselves, often a child or elderly person.

When his parents died, he was placed under the guardianship of his aunt.
Visual representation of "guardianship" - The legal role of looking after someone who cannot look after themselves, often a child or elderly person.

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  • under guardianship
  • apply for guardianship
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Legal Responsibility

Guardianship involves legal duties to care for someone, typically decided by a court.

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After the court hearing, the uncle assumed legal guardianship of the child.
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Not Parental

Guardianship may be granted to someone who is not the person's parent.

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Her grandmother was given guardianship although her mother was still alive.
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Time-Limited

Guardianship might have a set period and can be reviewed and changed by legal authorities.

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The guardianship is set to expire when he turns 18.
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