nanny

noun

nan·ny ˈna-nē

variants or less commonly nannie

plural nannies

Synonyms of nanny next

: a child's nurse or caregiver

Examples of nanny in a Sentence

When I was growing up, I had a nanny. wrote a memoir recounting her days as a nanny for the rich and often indiscreet

Recent Examples on the Web The Kennedy family nanny, Maud Shaw, was the person who told Caroline about her father’s death. —

Stephanie Kaloi, Peoplemag, 21 Nov. 2023 If one of my parents needed to step out for a moment, there was no need to quickly find a nanny or go through the hassle of strapping a toddler into a car seat, because if my aunt couldn't babysit there were two teenagers floating around with no real responsibilities. —

Tanikia Carpenter, Parents, 19 Nov. 2023 Babysitting and nanny services can also be arranged. —

Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 12 Nov. 2023 Child care costs refer to the out-of-pocket expenses parents pay for their child to attend daycare or to hire a babysitter or nanny. —

Khristopher J. Brooks, CBS News, 1 Nov. 2023 Their directive: two nannies on the corner of the street. —

WIRED, 1 Nov. 2023 In this nostalgic and reflective multigenerational story, Pérez proudly recalls a joyful family life built around sumptuous Sunday barbecues, exclusive country clubs, bilingual private schools, nannies, and chauffeurs. —

Lisandro Pérez, Foreign Affairs, 24 Oct. 2023 Its popular nanny contract and employment guidelines are, in Fox’s view, a moral imperative. —

Curbed, 18 Oct. 2023 After the 3-year-old had a fall as a result of some quick-footed dance moves, Minaj was frustrated that the nanny wasn't there to catch him. —

Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 9 Nov. 2023 See More

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