Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being a guardian, or the guardianship of something or someone.

“The court granted the child’s guardiancy to her aunt, who had been caring for her since birth.”

2. noun

A relationship or role in which one person has responsibility for the care, support, or protection of another.

“Her guardiancy of the younger sibling during her parents’ absence was a source of comfort for the child.”

3. noun

A position or authority that exercises control or supervision over something or someone.

“The company’s regulatory guardiancy over the industry led to significant changes in environmental policies.”