SINCE 1828
care for
phrasal verbDefinition of care for
1
: to do the things that are needed to help and protect (a person or animal) : look after (someone or something)
She cares for elderly patients. Who is caring for your son while you are at work?
2
: to feel affection for (someone)
I got the feeling he never really cared for me.
3
somewhat formal
: to like or enjoy (something)
—often used in negative statements I don't care for jelly beans.I don't care for your tone of voice.
4
somewhat formal
: to want (something)
Would you care for some pie?
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