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Orphanage Definition & Meaning

orphanage
noun
  1. the condition of being a child without living parents; "his early orphanage shaped his character as an adult"
  2. a public institution for the care of orphans

"Orphanage" in song lyrics

See how orphanage is used in real songs:

  • "House so many crabs, they mistake my rest for an orphanage"
    Cage f/ Copywrite — The Weather Report
  • "Rhyme contortionist, shot my way out of Hell's orphanage"
    Chino XL — Nahh!
  • "I buy thousand kicks and give to the young orphanage"
    Drag-On — Life Is Short

Usage tips for "orphanage"

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Frequently asked questions

What does orphanage mean?
the condition of being a child without living parents; "his early orphanage shaped his character as an adult" a public institution for the care of orphans
What part of speech is orphanage?
Orphanage is a noun.
How many definitions does orphanage have?
Orphanage has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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