Chaperonage: meaning, definitions and examples

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chaperonage

 

[ หŒสƒรฆpษ™หˆroสŠnษชdส’ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

guidance role

Chaperonage is the act of accompanying and overseeing someone, typically a younger person, to ensure their safety and proper behavior. This term is often associated with social contexts, where a guardian or elder supervise individuals in settings such as events or gatherings.

Synonyms

escort, guidance, oversight, supervision.

Examples of usage

  • The teacher arranged for chaperonage during the school trip.
  • Chaperonage is often required for minors attending events.
  • She appreciated the chaperonage provided by her aunt.
  • The organization ensures adequate chaperonage for all participants.

Translations

Translations of the word "chaperonage" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น acompanhamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคฅ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Begleitung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pendampingan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ััƒะฟั€ะพะฒั–ะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ towarzystwo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŒ่กŒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท accompagnement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ acompaรฑamiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eลŸlik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋™๋ฐ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑุงูู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ doprovod

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sprievod

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้™ชไผด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ spremljanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรฉlagskapur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพัั‹ะผัˆะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒฎแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yoldaลŸlฤฑq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ acompaรฑamiento

Etymology

The term 'chaperonage' originates from the French word 'chaperon,' meaning a hood or a cap, which was worn by women in the past. In the context of the word, it refers to a person who 'capes' or protects someone, typically to maintain moral decorum, especially among young women. This concept became particularly significant in the 17th and 18th centuries when societal norms dictated strict guidelines regarding the behavior of young women in public. As social gatherings and events became more common, the role of a chaperone emerged to ensure the propriety and safety of participants. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader scope, including any form of supervision and guidance, regardless of gender. Chaperonage remains relevant in various contexts today, particularly in educational and social settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,538, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.