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The correct spelling is nursemaid.

How to pronounce nursemaid

noun

Say it like: Nur-sem-ayd

The correct spelling is nursemaid. A woman or girl employed to care for children For example: "I don't believe I have to nursemaid these two rookies through their entire probationary period."

Usage Examples

I don't believe I have to nursemaid these two rookies through their entire probationary period.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A woman or girl employed to care for children

verb

  1. 1.To tend to as a nursemaid.
  2. 2.To care for or look after.

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