care for

phrasal verb

cared for; caring for; cares for

Definition 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?