Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sitter
noun
/ˈsɪtər/
Definition
A person who is sitting or has taken a seat; often refers to someone who watches over or takes care of someone or something in another context.
Examples
- The artist asked the sitter to hold a smile for the portrait.
- She works as a dog sitter on weekends.
- During the photo shoot, the sitter had to change poses frequently.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a sitter can refer to someone who poses for an artist or a photographer, or a person hired to look after children or pets.
Synonyms
- Poseur
- Nanny
- Caregiver
- Watcher
- Babysitter
