English · Family & People
caregiver
/ˈkɛəɡɪvə/
[/ˈkɛəɡɪvə/]
person who cares for another
Advancednoun
Definition
A person who looks after a child, elderly, or sick person.
Example
The caregiver visits every morning to help with breakfast and medicine.
The caregiver visits every morning to help with breakfast and medicine.
Etymology
From "care" plus "giver," a relatively modern compound.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in healthcare and family contexts; "carer" is the British form.