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emancipate |
in law, to release (a child) from parental control. [1/2 definitions] |
foster |
giving or receiving parental care and nurture although not related biologically or legally. [1/4 definitions] |
fosterling |
a child to whom parental care is given by someone not related to him or her by law or heredity; foster child. |
PG |
abbreviation of "parental guidance suggested," (used as a film rating). |
PG-13 |
abbreviation of "parental guidance suggested; may not be suitable for those under thirteen years" (used as a film rating). |
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