noun Uncommon

childcare

Childcare (noun) means the supervision and care of young children, especially while their parents are working. Example: “Finding affordable childcare was a struggle for the young family.”

noun

The supervision and care of young children, especially while their parents are working.

"Finding affordable childcare was a struggle for the young family."

"She dropped the kids off at childcare before heading to the office."

How to use childcare

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishLooking after young children, or a facility/service that does this while parents are away.

Common pairings

childcare costs childcare center affordable childcare

Word forms

childcares plural

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Etymology

A straightforward compound of "child" and "care."

Synonyms

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Rhymes for childcare

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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.