Simple Definition of crèche
: a set of statues that represents the scene of Jesus Christ's birth and that is displayed during Christmas
: a place where young children are cared for during the day while their parents are working : a day care center
Full Definition of crèche
1 : a representation of the Nativity scene
2 : day nursery
3 : a foundling hospital
4 : a group of young animals (as penguins or bats) gathered in one place for care and protection usually by one or more adults