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upbringing

noun/ˈʌpˌbrɪŋ.ɪŋ/

the care and training received by a child from its parents or guardians

Many psychologists believe that a child's upbringing plays a crucial role in their emotional development.

raisingrearingnurturing
word origin — The word 'upbringing' is derived from the compound of 'up' and 'bring', which means to bring up or raise, and has its origins in the language of the 19th century.