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Housekeeping

usgb/ˈhaʊskiːpɪŋ/Volume
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Gender Stereotype

Be aware 'housekeeping' may evoke gender stereotypes; use it neutrally to mean anyone's responsibility.

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Each roommate has agreed to share housekeeping tasks equally.
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Work Scope

'Housekeeping' doesn't just imply cleaning; it includes organizing, budgeting, and maintaining a household.

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Housekeeping involves sorting mail, paying bills, and keeping the living area tidy.
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Not Only Homes

'Housekeeping' extends to work in hotels or offices, not just private homes.

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The hotel manager thanked the staff for their excellent housekeeping.
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