Definition of "child"

Kid-friendly meaning of child, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "child" mean?

child (noun) — a young person who is not yet grown up.

Part of speechNoun Syllables1 (child)

Example sentences using "child"

Grade K–2
The child is happy.
Grade 3–5
Every child in the class got a new library card on the first day of school.
Grade 6–8
Watching a child explain something they just figured out is one of the great quiet pleasures of being alive.

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