care for

phrasal verb

cared for; caring for; cares 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?

Examples of care for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At work, explore resources like employee assistance programs (EAPs) or wellness initiatives that offer stress management workshops, counseling or fitness programs—partner with HR to uncover benefits that can make caring for yourself more accessible. 4. —Cindy Chia, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024

The most contentious provision is a restriction on the use of funds from TRICARE, the health care program for active-duty service members, for gender-affirming care for the children 18 years and younger of service members. —Brad Dress, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024

To read Giovanni’s poems or hear her speak was to immediately feel her profound care for Black people. —Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024

Fannie’s Friends support group: Fannie’s Friends is a virtual support group for adult daughters and granddaughters caring for those living with dementia. —Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024