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chaperone

The initial ch sounds like sh.
Verified French in English Society & ideas
chaperon
chaperone

Definition

A person who accompanies or supervises others at an event.

From French chaperon.

Merriam-Webster records 1720 for this headword. The date refers to the dictionary’s recorded sense, which may differ from the meaning illustrated here. See the dictionary entry.

Example of use

Two teachers volunteered to chaperone the dance.

Historical attestation

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chaperone

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