caretaker
noun
a person who is in charge of the maintenance of a building, estate, etc.; superintendent.
caretakers
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pluralof caretaker.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Though a brace was used, it became clear to Crimson’s caretakers that his paw couldn’t bear weight.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
This sophisticated network is what can get the goods you order to your doorstop in hours, and it provides flexibility for workers who have irregular schedules such as college students and home caretakers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
They become caretakers and give up work early, losing years of potential income.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026
In the Abramovich era, which stretched from July 2003 to May 2022, Chelsea won 18 major honours and two Community Shields, contesting 30 finals under 15 managers, including caretakers and interims.
From BBC ● Apr. 26, 2026
The adults in camp who acted as our caretakers had a long discussion among themselves and decided to head back into Sudan.
From "Lost Boy, Lost Girl" by John Bul Dau
