verb
sit
To look after someone or something temporarily.
She sits for the neighbors while they attend a concert.
Etymology
Caregiving sit developed through babysit and related uses. Remaining with someone or something became a verb for taking temporary responsibility for its care.
More examples
- Can you sit for us Friday?
- He is sitting their dog this weekend.
- They need someone to house-sit.
Forms
sit · sits · sat · sitting