babysit
1 synonym for babysit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To look after someone else's child temporarily, often in exchange for pay.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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How to use babysit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
babysit for someone
babysit the kids
Etymology
Formed by dropping "-ter" from "babysitter."
Full origin of babysit →Frequently asked questions
What does “babysit” mean?
The word “babysit” means to look after someone else's child temporarily, often in exchange for pay. In plain terms, to take care of someone's child for a while, or more loosely, to closely monitor something so it doesn't go wrong.
How do you pronounce “babysit”?
“Babysit” is pronounced BAY-bee-siht (/ˈbeɪ.bi.sɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “babysit” in a sentence?
Here is “babysit” used in a sentence: “She babysits for the neighbors most Saturday nights.”
What part of speech is “babysit”?
“Babysit” is a verb.
How many meanings does “babysit” have?
“Babysit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to look after someone else's child temporarily, often in exchange for pay.
