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    Youngster

    /ˈjʌŋstər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    a young person, especially a child or teenager.
    The park was filled with youngsters playing soccer.
    a person who is still in the early stages of their life or development.
    As a youngster, he dreamed of becoming an astronaut.
    a person who is inexperienced or naive.
    The older players helped the youngsters improve their skills.
    a young animal.
    The wildlife reserve is home to many youngsters of various species.

    Etymology

    From the word 'young' with the suffix '-ster', which denotes a person.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    youngster at heart
    An adult who behaves in a youthful or playful manner.
    youngster's game
    A sport or activity typically associated with younger people.

    Related Words

    youth
    The period between childhood and adult age.
    adolescent
    A person in the transitional stage of development between childhood and adulthood.

    Slang Meanings

    Kid
    That kid just won the spelling bee!
    Young buck
    He's just a young buck trying to make a name for himself.