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wardship Definition

ward·ship (wôrd′s̸hip′)

noun

  1. the office of a guardian; guardianship; custody, as of a minor
  2. the condition of being a ward, or in the care of a guardian
wardship Synonyms

wardship

n.

charge, guardianship, tutelage; see custody 1, ownership.

wardship Law Definition

n

  1. The position of guardian usually, but not necessarily, over a minor.
  2. The situation or condition of being a ward.
wardship Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • heir: The Priory retained wardship of the young heir while Thomas WILLENHALL [ apparently John's brother ] unsuccessfully pursed a claim against the estate.

Converse of object

  • grant: The prior granted the wardship and marriage to Ric.

Modifies a noun

  • jurisdiction: However, a challenge to this decision could be effected by invoking the wardship jurisdiction of the High Court.
  • proceeding: Upon arrival the mother canceled the return flight and issued wardship proceedings.
  • court: The safest course may be to seek leave from the wardship court.
  • case: This was not a novel concept because judges in wardship cases had previously exercised close control of cases.