keyworker

noun — 3 senses

keyworker

noun

Etymology From key + worker.

1

UK A social worker who helps to coordinate a patient's care and their social welfare, finances, career, etc.

2

Education UK A childcare worker who monitors a child's development and participation in activities and discusses these with the child's parents or carer.

3

UK A worker in any industry who is considered indispensable and expected not to strike.

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