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caregiver

|care-giv-er|

🇺🇸

/ˈkɛrˌɡɪvər/

🇬🇧

/ˈkeəˌɡɪvə/

provider of care

Etymology

Etymology Information

'caregiver' originates from the English words 'care' and 'give', where 'care' meant 'attention or concern' and 'give' meant 'to provide'.

Historical Evolution

'caregiver' evolved from the combination of 'care' and 'give' in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'someone who gives care', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who provides direct care, support, and assistance to someone in need, such as a child, elderly person, or someone with a disability.

The caregiver helped the elderly woman with her daily activities.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39