guard·i·an /ˈgɑɚdijən/ noun
plural guard·i·ans [count] 1 : someone or something that watches or protects something — often + of ▪ The historical society sees itself as the guardian of the town's traditions. ▪ a usage criticized by people who consider themselves guardians of proper English 2 law : someone who takes care of another person or of another person's property
▪ After the death of her parents, her uncle was appointed as her legal guardian.
▪ After the death of her parents, her uncle was appointed as her legal guardian.
— guard·i·an·ship /ˈgɑɚdijənˌʃɪp/ noun [noncount]
▪ their guardianship of the town's traditions ▪ The court granted guardianship to her uncle.
▪ their guardianship of the town's traditions ▪ The court granted guardianship to her uncle.
