
Breadwinner
Gender Roles
Some cultures still expect men to be the primary breadwinners, despite changes in gender equality.
Though her mother was a doctor, her father remained the breadwinner in their traditional household.
Not Always Money
A breadwinner can provide other necessities, not just money. Support can be food, shelter, or education.
Uncle Joe, the breadwinner of the family, grows all the food we eat on his farm.
Metaphorical Use
'Breadwinner' can be used metaphorically to describe entities like a company's most profitable product.
This software has become the breadwinner for our company, accounting for most sales.
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