Housekeeping

/ˈhaʊsˌkiː.pɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the management of household affairs, including cleaning and maintenance.

Effective housekeeping ensures a clean and organized living space.

the work of cleaning and maintaining a hotel or similar establishment.

The housekeeping staff worked diligently to prepare the rooms for the guests.

administrative tasks that support the functioning of an organization.

The meeting began with some housekeeping items before diving into the main agenda.

From the words 'house' + 'keeping', meaning to keep the house in order.

housekeeping chores

Routine tasks involved in maintaining a clean home.

housekeeping staff

Personnel responsible for cleaning and upkeep.

housekeeping record

A log of tasks completed in managing household duties.

cleaning

The process of removing dirt and impurities.

maintenance

The process of preserving something in its original state.

organization

The arrangement of elements in a structured way.

The act of tidying up in a casual or unstructured way.

I'm just doing a quick housekeeping of the living room before guests arrive.

Referring to the financial arrangements or management in a company.

That company is known for its good housekeeping when it comes to budgets.