chaperon
1 synonym for chaperon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An older or responsible person who accompanies young people at a social event to supervise their behaviour.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
An older or responsible person who accompanies young people at a social event to supervise their behaviour.
“A chaperon stood near the school dance all evening.”
2. verb
To accompany and supervise someone, especially a young person, at a social event.
“Her aunt chaperoned the trip to make sure the teenagers behaved.”
Etymology
From French chaperon, originally a type of hood, from chape ("cape, hood").
Full origin of chaperon →Frequently asked questions
What does “chaperon” mean?
The word “chaperon” means an older or responsible person who accompanies young people at a social event to supervise their behaviour. In plain terms, to keep watch over young people at an event, or the person who does so.
How do you pronounce “chaperon”?
“Chaperon” is pronounced SHA-puh-rohn (/ˈʃæ.pəˌɹoʊn/ in IPA).
How do you use “chaperon” in a sentence?
Here is “chaperon” used in a sentence: “A chaperon stood near the school dance all evening.”
What part of speech is “chaperon”?
Depending on how it is used, “chaperon” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “chaperon” come from?
The word “chaperon” comes from French. From French chaperon, originally a type of hood, from chape ("cape, hood").
How many meanings does “chaperon” have?
“Chaperon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an older or responsible person who accompanies young people at a social event to supervise their behaviour.
