foster parent

US /ˈfɑː.stər ˌper.ənt/
UK /ˈfɑː.stər ˌper.ənt/
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pai adotivo, mãe adotiva

a person who provides care for a child who is not their biological child, usually for a limited period, without formally adopting them

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The child was placed with a foster parent after their parents became unable to care for them.
A criança foi colocada com um pai adotivo depois que seus pais se tornaram incapazes de cuidar dela.
Being a foster parent requires patience and dedication.
Ser um pai adotivo requer paciência e dedicação.