sitter

/ˈsɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who sits or sits for a period of time, especially as a paid employee or babysitter.

“She hired a sitter to watch the kids while she went out.”

2. verb

to sit or be seated.

“The patient had to sit and wait for the doctor.”

Synonyms

  • babysitter
  • childcare provider
  • nanny

Antonyms

  • stander
  • walker