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care and feeding
noun
Definition of CARE AND FEEDING
: the providing of what is needed for sustenance, well-being, or efficient operation <machines that don't need a lot of care and feeding>
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First Known Use of CARE AND FEEDING
1965
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- maintenance, conservation, conserving, keep, preservation, preserving, sustentation, upkeep
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