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childcare.

The act, practice, or occupation of supervising and taking care of young children.

9 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. The act, practice, or occupation of supervising and taking care of young children.

    uncountable
  2. A place where young children are supervised while away from their parents or guardians.

    countable
Where this word comes from

From child + care.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.