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Definition of caretake

caretake

/ˈkɛərˌteɪk/
care · take
Adjective:caretaking
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Past Simple:caretook
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Past Participle:caretaken
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Present Participle:caretaking
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caretake Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To look after, maintain, or act as a caretaker for a building, estate, or piece of land.

Example

"The retired couple agreed to caretake the coastal property throughout the quiet winter months."

2

To provide physical or emotional care and support for a person or animal.

Example

"She took a leave of absence from her job to caretake her elderly parents."

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• Nearby Words

caress
caressingly
caret
caretake
caretaker
caretaking
careworker

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century as a back-formation from the noun 'caretaker'.

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