houseparent
Americannoun
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one of a married couple responsible for a group of young people, as students, living in a dormitory, hostel, etc., sometimes acting solely as an advisor, but often serving as host or hostess, chaperon, housekeeper, etc.
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a housemother or housefather.
Etymology
Origin of houseparent
Example Sentences
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The salary for the houseparent job - $5,400 a year for each person - is a deal-breaker for many.
From Washington Times • Feb. 6, 2016
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