Entity: HOME-ALONE
Home-alone refers to the act of leaving a young child unattended in a house or flat. The term is often used informally to describe situations where individuals are left alone without supervision.
HOME-ALONE
Etymology
The term 'home-alone' originated from the idea of being left alone in a house or flat without supervision, especially in the context of young children.
Definition
Home-alone refers to the act of leaving a young child unattended in a house or flat. The term is often used informally to describe situations where individuals are left alone without supervision.
Historical Context
The concept of being home-alone has been prevalent in various cultures and societies, with different views on the appropriate age for children to be left unattended.
Cultural Significance
The term 'home-alone' gained widespread recognition through the popular US film 'Home Alone' released in 1990, which depicted a young boy accidentally left at home by his family.
Related Concepts
- Unsupervised
- Alone
- Childcare
See Also
An informal term describing the act of leaving a young child in a house or flat unattended.