# fostered

Pronunciation: US say "FAW-sturd" /ˈfɔ.stɚd/; UK say "FOS-tuhd" /ˈfɒs.təd/; AUS say "FAW-stuhd" /ˈfɔs.təd/

## Verb

1. Simple past and past participle of foster. — simple past and past participle of foster
   - Simple: Simple past and past participle of foster. Use this form for something that helped a person or thing grow in the past.
   - _The program fostered closer ties between the two neighboring towns._
   - _They fostered several puppies until the shelter found permanent homes._

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