"caring" in the noun sense
1. lovingness, caring
a loving feeling
"caring" in the verb sense
1. care
feel concern or interest
"I really care about my work"
"I don't care"
2. care, give care
provide care for
"The nurse was caring for the wounded"
3. wish, care, like
prefer or wish to do something
"Do you care to try this dish?"
"Would you like to come along to the movies?"
4. manage, deal, care, handle
be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
"I can deal with this crew of workers"
"This blender can't handle nuts"
"She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old"
5. worry, care
be concerned with
"I worry about my grades"
"caring" in the adjective sense
1. caring
feeling and exhibiting concern and empathy for others
"caring friends"
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