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FITNESS OF PARENT

\fˈɪtnəs ɒv pˈe͡əɹənt], \fˈɪtnəs ɒv pˈe‍əɹənt], \f_ˈɪ_t_n_ə_s ɒ_v p_ˈeə_ɹ_ə_n_t]\

Definitions of FITNESS OF PARENT

1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)

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a term used in a divorce suit where a court considers the fitness of the parent to look after any children.

1910 - Black's Law Dictionary (2nd edition)
By Henry Campbell Black

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