Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cria

Noun

/ˈkriː.ə/

Definition

A young offspring of certain animals, particularly llamas and alpacas.

Examples

The cria stays close to its mother in the pasture.
After a few months, the cria begins to eat solid food.
Farmers often monitor the health of the cria closely.

Meaning

The term ‘cria’ is commonly used in South America to refer to a young member of the camelid family, specifically the young of llamas and alpacas. It represents the early stage of life for these animals, characterized by their dependence on their mothers for nourishment and protection.