orphanage

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈɔː(r)fənɪd͡ʒ/

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Noun

Singular orphanage

Plural orphanages

1. (countable) An orphanage is a place where orphans live, and are cared for.

   He grew up in an orphanage after his parents died.