This is the 15028th most frequent Russian word.
подшефный
"Подшефный" means "subordinate" or "under patronage."
The word 'подшефный' describes an entity under patronage or supervision, indicating a connection of care or responsibility.
Эта школа является подшефной организацией нашего предприятия.
This school is a patronized organization of our enterprise.
The word 'подшефное' characterizes the farm as under the care or sponsorship of a supporting group or organization.
Мы посетили подшефное хозяйство, чтобы помочь в уборке урожая.
We visited the sponsored farm to help with the harvest.
Here, 'подшефными' denotes that the orphanages are being actively supported or overseen by the volunteers.