Definitions

1. noun

A person, often a young woman, employed to care for and nurse children, especially a baby or young children.

“The nursemaid took the baby for a walk around the block.”

2. noun

A person employed to look after and nurse someone who is ill or injured.

“The nursemaid cared for the patient’s physical and emotional needs.”

3. noun

A person employed to care for someone who is elderly or disabled.

“The nursemaid helped the elderly woman with her daily tasks.”