Nanny
Nanny
Nanny (/ˈnæni/), from the Greek word νάννα (nanna), meaning "aunt", is a term used to describe a professional caregiver who provides child care within the children's family setting. Traditionally, nannies were servants in large households and reported directly to the lady of the house. Today, modern nannies, like other domestic workers, may live in or out of the house, depending on their circumstances and those of their employers.
Etymology
The term "nanny" originated from the Greek word νάννα (nanna), which means "aunt". It was first used in the 18th century to describe a woman who was employed to take care of a child in a private household.
Related Terms
- Au pair: A foreign-national domestic assistant working for, and living as part of, a host family.
- Babysitter: A person who provides temporary child care.
- Childminder: A person who provides care for children in the childminder's own home.
- Day care: A service for parents who need to drop off their child for a period of time during the day.
- Nursery nurse: A specialist within the child care sector who focuses on the care and education of pre-school children.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nanny
- Wikipedia's article - Nanny
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