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Dayboy

Noun (Singular: dayboy, Plural: dayboys)

1. A term historically used to refer to a boy or young man who attends a boarding school during the day but returns home each evening.

Example sentence: The dayboy enjoyed the benefit of being able to spend time with his family every evening after school.

2. In some regions, a dayboy can refer to a domestic helper or nanny who is employed on a daily basis and does not live with the employer.

Example sentence: The family hired a dayboy to assist with childcare and housekeeping during the daytime.

Noun (Singular: dayboy, Plural: dayboys)

A term used in certain communities to describe a person who resides in a specific location.

Example sentence: The local pub is a gathering place for dayboys, where they socialize and catch up with the latest news in the area.

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