guardian

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They are similar to a traditional, tax-deferred IRA, managed by a parent or guardian until the child reaches age 18.

From MarketWatch

He knew better than to ask what had happened to Tom, his guardian of the last three years.

From Literature

Being your mother’s “guardian” can mean different things depending on where you live.

From MarketWatch

Its spokeswoman added that "local officers are also engaging with the appropriate school authorities and the parents/guardians of the pupils affected".

From BBC

Pyrenean mountain dogs were bred to be livestock guardians, used to protect flocks from wolves and bears.

From BBC