caretaker
/ˈkɛəˌteɪ.kə/ · car·e·tak·er
noun
- Someone who takes care of a place or thing; someone looking after a place, or responsible for keeping it in good repair. The caretaker of the mansion made sure the gardens were well-maintained.
- Someone who takes care of a person; a parent, carer or other guardian. The child's caretaker was a kind and loving aunt.
adjective
- Temporary, on a short term basis. Johnson had to be drafted in as the caretaker manager after Hewlett resigned without warning the day before the final.
Did you know? The term 'caretaker' has been used in various contexts, including politics, where a caretaker government or caretaker manager is appointed to oversee a transition period or temporary administration.