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childcare

American

[chahyld-kair] / ˈtʃaɪldˌkɛər /

noun

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

adjective

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

childcare British

/ ˈtʃaɪldˌkɛə /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of childcare

First recorded in 1910–15; child + care

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Many working-class Latinas work in jobs that serve the community, such as in the childcare, elder care, teaching or social services sectors.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2026

One major flaw in this budget is that the guideline for childcare, at 7% of income, is likely not high enough.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026

The benefit is fairly modest, averaging about $9,000 per child annually, in a country where childcare costs can exceed $30,000 a year.

From Slate ● Sep. 14, 2026

He pledged on Monday to "make progress on livelihood issues, the economy and childcare assistance" by listening to views of all Okinawan residents.

From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026

“We have a childcare company, and our clients wouldn’t appreciate you distracting us.”

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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