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childrearing

[ chahyld-reer-ing ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

the raising and parenting of children:
Childrearing extends beyond simple guardianship to nurturing and guidance.

adjective

of or relating to the raising and parenting of children:
The majority of childrearing responsibilities are shouldered by female family members.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of childrearing¹

1840–45; child ( def ) + rear ²( def ) (in the sense “to take care of to maturity”) + -ing ¹( def )

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Example Sentences

But scientific studies often come into conflict with religion—from the origins of the universe down to childrearing.

From The Daily Beast

Childrearing habits aside, where to begin curing our collective delusion?

From The Daily Beast

Of course, not everyone can get away with the attitude that everyday childrearing is beneath them.

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