breadwinner
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Noun — The person in a family or household who earns most or all of the money.
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of bread (as in "earning one's bread," i.e. livelihood) and winner ("earner").
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What does “breadwinner” mean?
The word “breadwinner” means the person in a family or household who earns most or all of the money. In plain terms, whoever brings in the household income.
How do you pronounce “breadwinner”?
“Breadwinner” is pronounced BREHD-wihn (/ˈbɹɛdˌwɪnɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “breadwinner” in a sentence?
Here is “breadwinner” used in a sentence: “After her husband lost his job, she became the family's main breadwinner.”
What part of speech is “breadwinner”?
“Breadwinner” is a noun.