Homemaker vs. Housewife

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Difference Between Homemaker and Housewife
Homemakernoun
(US) A person who maintains the upkeep of his or her residence, especially one who is not employed outside the home.
Housewifenoun
A woman, often unemployed, who spends most of her time maintaining the upkeep of her home and tending to household affairs.
Homemakernoun
a wife who who manages a household while her husband earns the family income
Housewifenoun
The wife of a householder; the mistress of a family; the female head of a household.
Housewifenoun
A little case or bag for materials used in sewing, and for other articles of female work; – called also hussy.
Housewifeverb
alternative form of housewive
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Housewifenoun
a wife who who manages a household while her husband earns the family income