Definition

A person who takes care of someone who is sick or helps them grow, often in a nurturing way.

Example

The nurser tended to the plants with great care, ensuring they received enough water and sunlight.

Conversation

I heard you started working as a nurser at the community garden.

Yeah, it's been so rewarding to help plants grow and thrive.

That sounds amazing! Do you enjoy being a nurser more than your last job?

Definitely! It's nice to see the fruits of my labor every day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nurser → The word 'nurser' is derived from 'nurse' (from Old French *nourice*, meaning a wet nurse or one who suckles) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A nurser is a person who nurtures or cares for others, particularly in a nurturing or caregiving role.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'nurse' who takes care of others, and remember that a 'nurser' is simply a person who nurtures or cares for someone.

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