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youngling

noun young·ling \ˈyəŋ-liŋ\

Definition of YOUNGLING

:  one that is young; especially :  a young person or animal
— youngling adjective
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First Known Use of YOUNGLING

before 12th century

Related to YOUNGLING

Synonyms
bairn [chiefly Scottish], bambino, bud, chap [Southern & Midland], chick, cub, juvenile, kid, kiddie (also kiddy), kiddo, moppet, sprat, sprout, squirt, whelp, child, youngster, youth
Antonyms
adult, grown-up

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