Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

breadwinning

noun

/ˈbrɛdˈwɪnɪŋ/

Definition

The act of earning a living to support oneself and one’s family.

Examples

After years of study, she finally secured a breadwinning position in her field.
His role in the company has shifted from a part-time worker to a breadwinner for the entire family.

Meaning

Breadwinning refers to the responsibility of earning income necessary for the economic support of a household. It often implies the primary source of income in a family.