to take care of, feed, and protect someone or something, especially young children or plants, and help him, her, or it to develop
Robert nurtured his plants, and that is why they grow so well.
Parents strive to nurture their children, providing love and support.
The conservationists work to nurture endangered species back to a healthy population.
The teacher's role is not only to educate but also to nurture the students' personal development.
The community came together to nurture the abandoned garden back to life.
