noun
a nurse who cares for a child that is not her own, especially a nurse employed to care for a baby in its own home
adjective
describes the type of nurse who is providing care in a specific setting or circumstance
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The dry nurse provided specialized care for the newborn baby.
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The dry nurse helped take care of the baby while the parents were at work.
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The dry nurse was a lifesaver for the exhausted parents.
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In times of crisis, she acted as a dry nurse for her friends, providing support and comfort.