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nannying

/ˈnæniŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does nannying mean?

verb

to act as a nanny, or to act in a nanny-like manner, often in a condescending or overbearing way.

Example

"She was accused of nannying her adult children, constantly telling them what to do and how to live their lives."

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