What is another word for housewifery?

Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ʊswɪfəɹi] (IPA)

Housewifery, as a term, refers to the running of a household- typically performed by women. What was once a designation for women's work has now transitioned into more gender-neutral roles, with people talking about "homemaking" or "running a household." Another term often used as a synonym for housewifery is "home management." This term embraces the concept of managing the home, including finances, cleaning, cooking, and raising children. Some also refer to it as "domestic responsibility," which includes being responsible for maintaining a safe, healthy environment for oneself and their family members. These terms all represent the integral role of maintaining a home and family life.

What are the hypernyms for Housewifery?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Housewifery?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for housewifery (as nouns)

Usage examples for Housewifery

I always have them in mind, when I see a fine old English mansion, with its wide hall and spacious kitchen; or a venerable farm-house, in which there is so much fireside comfort and good housewifery.
"Bracebridge Hall, or The Humorists"
Washington Irving
As they were bidding Mistress Lettice farewell, with many compliments on her housewifery and her zeal for the settlement, Pocahontas appeared at the door.
"The Princess Pocahontas"
Virginia Watson
But I think that Mis' Holcomb pleased me most, for with the utensils of housewifery in her hands she seemed utterly to have forgotten that there is no use in anything at all.
"Friendship Village"
Zona Gale

Famous quotes with Housewifery

  • There are many examples of women that have excelled in learning, and even in war, but this is no reason we should bring em all up to Latin and Greek or else military discipline, instead of needle-work and housewifery.
    Bernard Mandeville

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