Foundling
(noun)
A child who has been abandoned or deserted by its parents and is found and taken care of by others.
Origin:
From the verb 'to found' meaning to establish or set up, and the suffix '-ling' meaning a young person or child.
Examples:
- The foundling was taken to the orphanage and given a new home.
- The foundling was adopted by a loving family who gave him a new name.
- The foundling was raised with all the love and care of a biological child.
- The foundling was grateful for the chance at a new life and a better future.
- The foundling's story was one of resilience and determination against all odds.