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Caretakers Meaning in English

word · lemma: caretaker

ˈkɛɹˌteɪkɝz
KAIR-tay-kerz
kˈeəteɪkəz
KAIR-tay-kuz

Definition

People who take care of someone or something, such as children, old people, animals, or a building.

Usage & Nuances

'Caretakers' can refer to people caring for individuals (children, elderly, patients) or for places (buildings, parks). In American English, 'caretaker' usually means someone providing personal care, while in British English it often means someone looking after property. Do not confuse with 'caregiver', which refers specifically to those who look after people.

Example Sentences

The caretakers feed the animals at the zoo every day.

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The school’s caretakers clean the classrooms.

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Many elderly people live with caretakers who help them.

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Good caretakers know how to listen and pay attention to small details.

natural

After hours, only the caretakers are allowed to be in the building.

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Parents often act as the main caretakers for their children.

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