Definition

A person responsible for overseeing and taking care of a group of young people living in a shared residence, like a dormitory or group home.

Example

The houseparent organized activities for the students living in the dormitory.

Conversation

Have you met our new houseparent yet?

Not yet, but I heard they are really nice.

Yeah, I think they want to make the dorm feel more like home.

That's great! A good houseparent can really make a difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Houseparent → The word is formed from "house" (from Old English *hus*, meaning a dwelling or shelter) and "parent" (from Latin *parens*, meaning a father or mother). A houseparent is someone who acts as a parent in a house, typically in a group home or residential setting.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'house' as a place where people live and 'parent' as someone who takes care of others. A houseparent is someone who provides parental care within a home.

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