weanlings

noun

plural of weanling
as in neonates

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  1. neonates
  2. infants
  3. newborn
  4. juveniles
  5. chicks
  6. toddlers
  7. youngsters
  8. kids
Noun
  • Males guard the eggs and newborn frogs, called neonates.
    — Ana V. Longo, The Conversation, 24 June 2026
  • There have been publications about nicotine transmission and neonates after blood transfusion.
    — Torie Bosch, STAT, 1 June 2026
Definition of neonates
Noun
  • Newborns and infants are particularly vulnerable to the disease.
    — Michael Loria, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026
  • During an epidemic in 1964 and 1965, 20,000 infants were born with congenital rubella syndrome.
    — Matthew Herper, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of infants
Noun
  • Preliminary findings published last year in JAMA showed that among the first 4,000 newborns screened, the test identified serious genetic conditions in just under 4% of the children.
    — Brad Quick, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Last year, Procter used NFL games to reach parents with messages about Pampers, one of its biggest brands, and invited them to share photos of newborns on Instagram or TikTok for a chance to win a year’s supply of diapers.
    — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of newborn
Noun
  • Two other juveniles were injured, according to the Grand Prairie Police Department.
    — Doug Myers, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Officers located the car and two juveniles at 139th Street and Harrison Avenue after the system reported the vehicle traveling west on 139th Street after re-entering the village, police said.
    — Dennis Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of juveniles
Noun
  • The two gained viral attention in recent years after welcoming three chicks in 2025, one of which died in a winter storm.
    — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Since the pair formed in 2018, fans have watched them weather freezing winter storms, incubate eggs and dote on fuzzy chicks.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of chicks
Noun
  • Bikes for toddlers and preschoolers Balance bikes are a game-changer for little riders.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The boy wasn’t talking, unlike other toddlers his age who are typically using simple words and phrases.
    — Jackie Mader, Washington Post, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of toddlers
Noun
  • And who knows about Newcastle, who have lost three crucial players and only really brought in promising youngsters, all of whom will be managed by someone recruited from the Saudi Pro League.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Most cabins only accommodate two people, and any youngsters onboard would have to be able to dine with and otherwise mingle with adults.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of youngsters
Noun
  • Families can also participate in daily arts and crafts sessions, with materials provided on request and staff on hand to help kids create their own souvenirs.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • That means cables, socks, Legos, kids' pajamas, and everything else not taller than the unit itself are up for grabs, Pac-Man style.
    — Joe Salas August 14, New Atlas, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of kids
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