ba·by·sit also ba·by-sit (bābē-sĭt′)
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Tweet v. ba·by·sat (-săt′), ba·by·sit·ting, ba·by·sits also ba·by-sat or ba·by-sit·ting or ba·by-sits v.intr. 1. To take care of a child or children in the absence of a parent or guardian. 2. To take care of or watch over someone or something needing attention or guidance. v.tr. 1. To provide care for (a child) in the absence of a parent or guardian. 2. To watch over or tend: babysat the neighbor's plants for a week. |
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