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caretaking

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The act of taking care or taking charge of something.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

Examples

  • Near-synonym: taking care
  • Caretaking of the extensive grounds is a major expense for the museum foundation.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: taking care

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

Caregiving.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

Qualifier: occasionally

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From care + taking.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: verzorging — act of taking care of someone or something