babysitters
/ˈbeɪbisɪtərz/
NOUN
1. People who temporarily care for children
People employed or asked to look after and supervise babies or children for limited periods, usually while their parents or legal guardians are away.
1.1. Childcare and temporary supervision
Refers to individuals who temporarily take responsibility for children's safety, comfort, and daily needs, including feeding, playing with them, and putting them to bed while their parents are absent.
Synonyms
Examples
- The parents interviewed several babysitters before choosing someone to care for their children.
- Reliable babysitters are always in demand among busy families.
- The neighborhood babysitters organized a meeting to discuss childcare responsibilities.
- Several experienced babysitters offered their services during the school holidays.
Related Words
- caregivers
- attendants
- carers
- caretakers
- governesses
- nursemaids
- nursers
- dry nurses
- duennas
- guardians
- minders
- chaperones
- chaperons
- childcare workers
- daycare providers