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sitter

7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sitter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Someone paid to look after children, pets, or a house while the owners are away.

Synonyms

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babysitter broody brood hen broody hen baby-sitter setting hen artist's model

How to use sitter

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

babysitter house sitter miss a sitter

Etymology

From "sit" plus the agent suffix "-er."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sitter” mean?

The word “sitter” means someone paid to look after children, pets, or a house while the owners are away. In plain terms, someone who sits for something (a portrait) or looks after something (babysitter) — or, in sport slang, an easy chance that should not be missed.

How do you pronounce “sitter”?

“Sitter” is pronounced SIH-tuh (/ˈsɪtɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “sitter” in a sentence?

Here is “sitter” used in a sentence: “We booked a sitter so we could go out for our anniversary.”

What part of speech is “sitter”?

“Sitter” is a noun.

Is “sitter” a common word?

“Sitter” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “sitter” have?

“Sitter” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone paid to look after children, pets, or a house while the owners are away.

Related words

Irish setter seater setter sitting duck

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