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babysitting.

The work of a babysitter; the care of children in the temporary absence of their parents or guardians.

11 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. The work of a babysitter; the care of children in the temporary absence of their parents or guardians.

    uncountable · usually
Where this word comes from

From baby + sitting.

verb
  1. present participle and gerund of babysit

    form-of · gerund · participle · present
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