1. an institution that cares for children whose parents are dead or unable to care for them

Examples

• The orphanage provided shelter and education for dozens of children.
• She grew up in an orphanage after her parents died in an accident.
• The charity donated books and toys to the local orphanage.
• Many orphanages have been replaced by foster care systems.
• He visited the orphanage where he had lived as a child.
• The orphanage staff worked hard to create a loving environment for the children.