carer
- noun
- /ˈkɛrər/
- UK
:
cuidador de animales
- The carer fed and groomed the animals at the local shelter every day.
Examples
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As a dedicated carer, she ensured that all the animals received love and attention.
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During her internship, the carer learned how to handle difficult situations with the animals.
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Carers of people with Parkinson's disease have been found to have fewer social contacts, fewer opportunities to socialize, and tend to experience poor health.
Academic text (2010) -
Kent MTFC is still working with small numbers of young people (25 to date) because foster carers are only advised to take on one child at a time and must not have young children of their own still living at home.
Academic text (2010)
Synonyms
106
2.5
A person who looks after buildings, animals, or things
60
1.9
A person who looks after a building, home, or person when the owner is away
15
3.7
A person who looks after and moves animals like sheep or cattle
9
3.0
A person who takes care of animals in a zoo
4
5.1
A person who cares for animals or people
3
6.4
A person who looks after wild animals on a large estate
1
2.7
A person who cares for pets while their owners are away
1
2.0
A person who cares for animals in a zoo and looks after their homes
1
9.9
A person who cares for horses at a stable or inn
A person who gives a temporary home to a child or animal
A person who looks after pets when their owners are away
A person who looks after a group of animals like cows or sheep
A person who looks after farm animals like cows and sheep
A person, animal, or plant that cares for and feeds others
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Etymology
The word carer comes from the simple word care 'to look after' plus the ending -er 'one who'. So a carer can be someone who looks after animals in a shelter, zoo, or clinic, giving them food, cleaning, and health checks.