Meaning Of The Word Foundling

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foundling
countable noun: A foundling is a baby that has been abandoned by its parents, often in a public place, and that has then been found by someone.

foundling in American English
an infant of unknown parents that has been found abandoned
noun: an infant or small child found abandoned; a child without a known parent or guardian

foundling in British English
noun: an abandoned infant whose parents are not known

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