Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

custodies

noun

/ˈkʌstəˌdiz/

Definition

Legal guardianship or protective supervision over someone, usually in the context of children or vulnerable individuals.

Examples

The court granted temporary custodies to the child’s grandparents after the parents were deemed unfit.
It is important for the custodies to provide a stable environment for the children.

Meaning

Custodies refer to the arrangement wherein an individual or institution is granted the authority to take care of someone else’s well-being, often in cases related to family law.