Babysitting vs. Childcare

Babysittingnoun

The work of a babysitter; the care of children in the temporary absence of their parents.

Babysittingnoun

the work of a baby sitter; caring for children when their parents are not home.

Babysittingnoun

the work of a baby sitter; caring for children when their parents are not home

Babysitting

Babysitting is temporarily caring for a child. Babysitting can be a paid job for all ages; however, it is best known as a temporary activity for young teenagers who are too young to be eligible for employment in the general economy.

Childcarenoun

(uncountable) The act, practice, or occupation of supervising and taking care of young children.

Childcarenoun

(countable) A place where young children are supervised while away from their parents or guardians.

Childcarenoun

a service involving care for other people's children