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US/ˈker.ɡɪv.ər/
UK/ˈkeə.ɡɪv.ə/
a person who looks after someone who is sick, old or very young, at home or as a job
In context
She quit her job to become a full-time caregiver for her father.
Many family caregivers receive no pay and little support.
The nursing home hired two extra caregivers for the night shift.
Words that go with caregiver
adjective + noun
- primary caregiverThe mother is usually the primary caregiver.
- full-time caregiverBeing a full-time caregiver can be exhausting.
noun + noun
- family caregiverA family caregiver often works without any training.
verb + preposition
- act as a caregiverHe had to act as a caregiver after the accident.
noun + preposition
- caregiver for the elderlyShe trained as a caregiver for the elderly.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is a care giver for old people.Correct: She is a caregiver for old people.