care for meaning and definition

CARE FOR verb

Definition of care for (verb)

1. have a liking, fondness, or taste (for)
2. be fond of; be attached to
   • synonyms: cherish, hold dear, treasure
3. provide treatment for
   • "The doctor treated my broken leg"; "The nurses cared for the bomb victims"; "The patient must be treated right away or she will die"; "Treat the infection with antibiotics"
   • synonyms: treat