custodial
2 synonyms for custodial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to the legal care and guardianship of someone, especially a child.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use custodial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
custodial parent
custodial staff
custodial sentence
Etymology
From custody + the adjective-forming suffix -al.
Full origin of custodial →Frequently asked questions
What does “custodial” mean?
The word “custodial” means relating to the legal care and guardianship of someone, especially a child. In plain terms, to do with guardianship, cleaning staff, or imprisonment, depending on context.
How do you pronounce “custodial”?
“Custodial” is pronounced kuhs-TOH-dee-uhl (/kʌsˈtoʊ.di.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “custodial” in a sentence?
Here is “custodial” used in a sentence: “The court granted her custodial rights over the children.”
What part of speech is “custodial”?
“Custodial” is an adjective.
Is “custodial” a common word?
“Custodial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “custodial” have?
“Custodial” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the legal care and guardianship of someone, especially a child.
