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children  


      n      the plural of       child  


Children's Panel  
      n   (in Scotland) a group of representatives of relevant agencies, with the power to deal with a child under sixteen who is in criminal or family trouble. Its hearings are private and replace most of the functions of juvenile courts  
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v.
avoid or at least minimize risks ; choose the safest way in case of doubt
to be on the safe side ; play safe
n.
care provided for old or sick people or children in a residential facility ("home")
n.
child care provided by foster parents
v.
to dress up as somebody or something, as a children's game
n.
child pornography

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