Nannying

Pronunciation: /ˈnæniɪŋ/

Nannying (verb)

  1. Treat someone as if they cannot manage, giving constant guidance and rules.
  2. Watch over someone closely to keep them safe, sometimes in a way that feels too strict.

Examples

  • She keeps checking my work, which feels like nannying.
  • They nanny me with rules, and I can’t make choices.