childcare
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for childcare, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The supervision and care of young children, especially while their parents are working.
Synonyms
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How to use childcare
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of "child" and "care."
Full origin of childcare →Frequently asked questions
What does “childcare” mean?
The word “childcare” means the supervision and care of young children, especially while their parents are working. In plain terms, looking after young children, or a facility/service that does this while parents are away.
How do you use “childcare” in a sentence?
Here is “childcare” used in a sentence: “Finding affordable childcare was a struggle for the young family.”
What part of speech is “childcare”?
“Childcare” is a noun.
Is “childcare” a common word?
“Childcare” is an uncommon word in modern English.