childcare

[ chahyld-kair ]

noun

1. the care or supervision of another's child, especially at a day-care center.

adjective

1. Also child-care. of, relating to, or providing childcare.

childcare

/ ˈtʃaɪldˌkɛə /

noun

1. care provided for children without homes (or with a seriously disturbed home life) by a local authority
2. care and supervision of children whose parents are working, provided by a childminder or local authority

Word History and Origins

Origin of childcare¹

First recorded in 1910–15; child + care

Example Sentences

The party - initially led by journalist Sophie Walker - campaigned on closing the gender pay gap, making childcare more affordable and increasing the rate of prosecutions for domestic violence.

From BBC

Asked if the rise in employers’ contributions would make that situation worse, Phillips replied “undoubtedly”, but added the government had announced further investment in childcare.

From BBC

Sangeeta, who goes by one name, is overwhelmed every day as she juggles work, household chores and childcare while enduring severe hot flashes, fatigue, insomnia, backache and abdominal pain.

From BBC

Project 2025 calls for funding to go “to parents either to offset the cost of staying home with a child or to pay for familial, in-home childcare.”

From Los Angeles Times

Harris has offered serious proposals to address three pressing problems: housing, childcare and elder care.

From Los Angeles Times