Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

babies

noun
/ˈbeɪ.biz/
Definition
Very young children, especially those under a year old.
Examples
  • Babies require a lot of attention and care.
  • She loves to cuddle with babies.
  • Babies often communicate through crying.
Meaning
The term ‘babies’ refers to human infants who are in their earliest stages of development, typically from birth to one year of age. It encompasses the period when they are heavily dependent on caregivers and are undergoing rapid physical and cognitive growth.
Synonyms
  • infants
  • newborns
  • little ones
  • toddlers