caregiving
|care-giv-ing|
B2
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/ˈkɛrˌɡɪvɪŋ/
🇬🇧
/ˈkeəˌɡɪvɪŋ/
(caregive)
providing care
Etymology
Etymology Information
'caregiving' originates from the combination of 'care' and 'give', where 'care' meant 'attention or concern' and 'give' meant 'to provide'.
Historical Evolution
'caregiving' evolved from the concept of 'care' and 'giving', which were used separately in Middle English and eventually combined to form the modern term.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'providing care', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of providing care for someone, especially the elderly or those with chronic illnesses.
Caregiving can be both rewarding and challenging.
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Last updated: 2025/04/07 08:49