babysit

Definition

To watch or tend someone else's child for a period of time, often for money.

Etymology

Back-formation from babysitter.

Example Sentences

• "My daughter is babysitting for the Morgans at number ten, who are going out on a date night."
• "We need someone to babysit our children while we go to the theater."
• "Bart eventually gets Laura to babysit while Homer and Marge eat at the Sea Captain’s all-you-can-eat seafood joint, The Frying Dutchman."

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