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Meaning of Child
A human being in the early stages of life, from birth to puberty.
Definitions
- A human being from birth to puberty, or a person who has not yet reached the age of majority
- The offspring or descendant of a person or animal
- A person who is immature or inexperienced
Etymology of Child
The word "child" comes from Old English "cild", which is also the source of the Modern English word "child", and is related to the Old Norse word "barn", meaning "child", and the Gothic word "kilthai", meaning "womb"
The term has been used in the English language since before the 9th century to refer to a young human being, and its meaning has expanded over time to include various connotations and uses
Example Uses
- The child laughed with glee as she played with the puppy
- The new policy aims to support families with young children
- The artist's use of childlike imagery in her paintings adds a sense of whimsy and wonder