caretaker
noun
care·tak·er
ˈker-ˌtā-kər 
1
: one that gives physical or emotional care and support
served as caretaker to the younger children
2
: one that takes care of the house or land of an owner who may be absent
3
: one temporarily fulfilling the function of office
a caretaker government
Examples of caretaker in a Sentence
We have a caretaker who watches the place for us while we are away.
hired a caretaker for the mansion during the winter months
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But given that his caretaker is busy learning how complex saving the world can be, a certain amount of neglect is inevitable.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 July 2025
Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch The legendary comedian brings his BAFTA-winning experience to the role of Hogwarts' grim caretaker.
—Marni Rose McFall Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
Boss Queen Cutie Pie Bouncing Pig Spicy Baby Answer: Totally unfazed by her birthday, Thailand’s internet star marked the day by wandering around her enclosure, taking a few naps and chewing her caretaker’s knees while being hosed down.
—Jeremy Mikula, NBC news, 12 July 2025
But given that his caretaker is busy learning how complex saving the world can be, a certain amount of neglect is inevitable.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 8 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for caretaker
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“Caretaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/caretaker. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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caretaker
noun
care·tak·er
ˈke(ə)r-ˌtā-kər
ˈka(ə)r-
: one that takes care of buildings or land often for an absent owner
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