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Word: Housewife
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
Middle English husewif(see house, wife)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈhaʊswʌɪf
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a woman whose main occupation is caring for her family, managing household affairs, and doing housework, while her husband or partner goes out to work
Short Definition:woman who manages household affairs
Examples:- I am not just a housewife, I am an accountant, nurse, negotiator, cook, and driver
Definition:
a small case for needles, thread, and other small sewing items.
Short Definition:small case for needles, thread
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