Meaning & Definition of word "Infant"
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Infant
/ˈɪnfənt/
noun:
- 1. A very young child, especially one newly or recently born.
- Example: The infant was wrapped snugly in a blanket.
- 2. A person who is not yet one year old.
- Example: The mother took her infant to the pediatrician for a check-up.
- 3. A child who is not yet able to walk, typically defined as under the age of 12 months.
- Example: Infants require constant care and supervision.
- 4. A young child, typically considered to be aged from birth to approximately two years old.
- Example: The daycare specializes in caring for infants and toddlers.
Etymology
From Latin 'infans' meaning 'unable to speak', from 'in-' (not) + 'fari' (to speak).
Common Phrases and Expressions
infant mortality:
The death of an infant before his or her first birthday.
infant formula:
A manufactured food designed for feeding infants.
infant psychology:
The study of psychological processes in infants.
Related Words
neonate:
An infant in the first 28 days of life.
toddler:
A young child who is just learning to walk.
Slang Meanings of infant
Meaning: Baby
Example Sentence: Look at that little infant, she’s a total baby.
Meaning: Tiny human
Example Sentence: My sister just had a tiny human last week.