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Definition of breadwinning

breadwinning

/ˈbrɛdˌwɪn.ɪŋ/
bread · win · ning
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• adjective

1

Earning the primary income to support a family or household.

Example

"The sociological study examined how breadwinning mothers balance demanding careers with domestic responsibilities."

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• noun

1

The act or responsibility of earning money to support a family or household.

Example

"In many modern households, the responsibility of breadwinning is shared equally between partners."

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• Nearby Words

breadstick
breadth
breadwinner
breadwinning
bready
break
breakability

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Breadwinning. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/breadwinning
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