noun
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
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- no medical care was required
- the old car needs constant attention
noun
judiciousness in avoiding harm or danger
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- he exercised caution in opening the door
- he handled the vase with care
noun
an anxious feeling
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- care had aged him
- they hushed it up out of fear of public reaction
noun
a cause for feeling concern
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- his major care was the illness of his wife
noun
attention and management implying responsibility for safety
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- he is in the care of a bodyguard
noun
activity involved in maintaining something in good working order
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- he wrote the manual on car care
verb
feel concern or interest
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- I really care about my work
- I don't care
verb
provide care for
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give care
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- The nurse was caring for the wounded
verb
prefer or wish to do something
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- Do you care to try this dish?
- Would you like to come along to the movies?
verb
be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
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- I can deal with this crew of workers
- This blender can't handle nuts
- She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old
verb
be concerned with
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- I worry about my grades