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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When a seal like Violet won’t eat on its own, caretakers use a tube to feed it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Barring caretakers, Derek McInnes had already made the worst start of any Rangers manager after three games - now it has stretched to four.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
For generations college trustees were primarily institutional caretakers focused on preservation and continuity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
Yes, women are more likely to be unpaid caretakers.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
Where did spectral caretakers of a magical jungle go?
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
