respite
3re·spite
adj\ˈres-pət also ri-ˈspīt, British usually ˈres-ˌpīt\
Definition of RESPITE
: providing or being temporary care in relief of a primary caregiver <respite care> <a respite worker>
Origin of RESPITE
(see 1respite)
First Known Use: 1978
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