To care for somebody is to look after someone who is young, old or ill and not able to take care of themselves.
Example of use:
Mrs Evans has just had an operation so her daughter is caring for her until she has recovered.
infinitive – care for
present simple – care for and cares for
-ing form – caring for
past simple – cared for
past participle – cared for
See also, look after
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