toddler

American  

[tod-ler] / ˈtɒd lər /

noun

1. a person who toddles, especially a young child learning to walk.

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toddler British  

/ ˈtɒdlə /

noun

1. a young child, usually one between the ages of one and two and a half

2. (modifier) designed or suitable for a toddler

   toddler suits

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Other Word Forms

• toddlerhood noun

Etymology

Origin of toddler

First recorded in 1785–95; toddle + -er ¹

Example Sentences

"We must increase public understanding of how screens and devices can interfere with the way babies and toddlers learn best, which is by looking at facial expressions, chatting, singing and play," Gillespie said.

From BBC

Jersey's education minister has defended a new scheme that allows parents to claim back childcare costs for toddlers.

From BBC

If a dad framing his toddler’s screamfest as a lesson in conflict resolution is a personal connection of yours, the algorithm might let it through.

From The Wall Street Journal

But pulling up a bar stool isn’t an option when you’re dealing with twin toddlers who are still learning to swim.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Even though she was using it to store dried mango and sanitizer wipes for her toddler, it still looked effortlessly cool,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• child
• infant
• kid
• youngster