Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
children
noun
/ˈtʃɪld.ren/
Definition
young human beings below the age of puberty or below the legal age of majority.
Examples
- The children played in the park after school.
- She teaches music to children at a local community center.
- Helping children learn to read is very important.
Meaning
Children are individuals who are still in the early stages of development, typically considered to be minors, who rely on adults for care and protection.
Synonyms
- kids
- youth
- youngsters
- minors
- juveniles
