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Meaning of the word upbringing in English

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upbringing

US /ˈʌpˌbrɪŋ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈʌpˌbrɪŋ.ɪŋ/
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Noun

1.

the treatment and instruction received by a child from its parents throughout its childhood

Example:
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She had a strict upbringing.
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His polite manners are a testament to his good upbringing.
Synonym:
nurturingrearingbreedingtrainingcare
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