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Orphan

noun
/ˈɔr.fən/

Meaning

a child whose parents are dead; someone without protective support

Example Sentences

The orphan was adopted by a loving family.

Synonyms

foundling, waif, abandoned child

Antonyms

biological child, wanted child

Collocations

adopt orphan, orphan child, care for orphan

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