Girlhood

/ˈɡɜːrlhʊd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The period in a girl's life when she is a child or adolescent, before becoming an adult.

Her memories of girlhood are filled with laughter and carefree adventures.

The state of being a girl; the qualities or characteristics associated with being a girl during childhood and adolescence.

The stories in the book capture the essence of girlhood and the challenges young girls face.

The experience and identity associated with being a girl in a particular culture or society.

In many cultures, girlhood is marked by specific rites of passage that signify the transition to womanhood.

Combines 'girl' and the suffix '-hood', indicating a state or condition.

girlhood dreams

Ambitions or aspirations typical of young girls.

the trials of girlhood

The challenges and struggles faced by girls as they grow up.

girlhood friendships

Close relationships formed among girls during their youth.

girl

A young female person.

adolescence

The transitional phase of human development that occurs during the period from puberty to legal adulthood.

childhood

The state or period of being a child.

Girl squad

We have a strong girl squad that supports each other through girlhood.

Girl power

The movement emphasized girl power, celebrating strength during girlhood.