Reared

/rɪərd/

Definitions

  1. (v. (past tense)) Past tense of rear; to raise or bring up, especially in reference to children or animals.
    The defendant reared three children while managing a law practice.

Commentary

In legal contexts, 'reared' often appears in family law regarding upbringing responsibilities.

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