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young one

American  
[yuhng uhn, wuhn] / ˈjʌŋ ən, wən /

noun

  1. a child or offspring.

    They have five young ones and another on the way.


Etymology

Origin of young one

First recorded in 1525–35

Example Sentences

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Soccer’s women’s player of the year in 2023 — but it is still a relatively young one: Girma has only been a professional for two years.

From New York Times Jan. 12, 2024

“Everybody would have to look at me with more respect because I was always seen as the young one that was doing all the roles,” Conti said.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 8, 2023

Skinner, too, has a young one at home and his son, Beau, provides a welcome distraction from the game.

From Washington Times Apr. 20, 2023

But having a child in your production, especially a young one, can mean a host of issues, especially if the story is riding on their success, as it is in the Disney+ show "Obi-Wan Kenobi."

From Salon Jun. 15, 2022

The soldiers ignored it until, when it persisted, the young one stood up and waved Jonathan toward the bucket and the door.

From "The Fighting Ground" by Avi

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