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Chaperone

Verb / ˈʃæpɜ:ˌəʊn / Another word for chaperone — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person, typically a woman, who accompanies and supervises a group of people, especially a group of young people, to ensure their safety and behavior in public places.

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Example sentences

  1. The school dance required a chaperone to be present.
  2. The chaperone made sure everyone was behaving on the field trip.
  3. The parents hired a chaperone to watch their children while they went out.
  4. The chaperone led the group on the nature walk.
  5. The chaperone reminded the students to stay together at the museum.

Quotes

  • “I’m acting as a chaperone,” said Dumbledore, and his eyes twinkled benignly again.
  • I would rather entrust myself to a woman's instinct than to a man's reason.
  • I think if I've learned anything about friendship, it's to hang in, stay connected, fight for them, and let them fight for you. Don't walk away, don't be distracted, don't be too busy or tired, don't take them for granted. Friends are part of the glue that holds life and faith together. Powerful stuff.

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