day care

noun

: a place, program, or organization that takes care of children or sick adults during the day usually while their family members are at work

Full Definition of DAY CARE

: supervision of and care for children or disabled adults that is provided during the day by a person or organization

: a program, facility, or organization offering day care

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1945

DAY CARE Defined for Kids

noun

: a program in which or a place where care is provided during the day for young children

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