Meaning of the word sitter in English

What does sitter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sitter

US /ˈsɪt̬.ɚ/
UK /ˈsɪt.ər/

Noun

a person who takes care of children or pets while their parents or owners are away

Example:
We hired a new babysitter for the weekend.
My dog loves his pet sitter.
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