care for verb2 •To attend to the needs of, especially in the manner of a nurse or personal aide.I cared for my ailing mother for five years. •To like or appreciate; to consider to be appealing, tasteful, or suitable.Mrs. Dingley and Mrs. Johnson say, truly they don't care for your wife's company, though they like your wine. — 1719 formscared for · caring for · cares for