Definitions

1. noun

A person who looks after or takes care of something, especially a child or a vehicle, on behalf of someone else.

“She hired a minder to watch her children while she went shopping.”

2. noun

A person who supervises or accompanies someone, especially a celebrity, to prevent trouble or unwanted attention.

“The singer had a minder with her at the fan convention.”

3. verb

To look after or take care of someone or something, especially in a responsible or official capacity.

“The government will mind the economy during the crisis.”