1. a married man who stays at home to take care of the house and children while his spouse works outside the home

Examples

• After his wife got promoted, John became a househusband and took care of their two young children.
• Being a househusband requires many of the same skills as being a housewife.
• The number of househusbands has increased as more women pursue demanding careers.
• He enjoys his role as a househusband and finds it very rewarding.
• Many househusbands also manage the family’s finances and household budget.
• The househusband picked up the children from school every afternoon.