Definitions

1. verb

to bring up or educate (children) as one’s own

“The wealthy couple parentated the young orphan after falling in love with her story.”

2. verb

to claim or treat (children) as one’s own

“The family parentated the child after discovering her true identity.”

3. noun

the act of bringing up or educating children as one’s own

“The process of parentate has become a vital part of modern family dynamics.”