Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
newborn
noun
/ˈnjuːbɔrn/
Definition
A newborn is a child that has recently been born, typically referring to the first few weeks after birth.
Examples
- The newborn cried loudly when it entered the world.
- Parents often feel a deep attachment to their newborn immediately.
- Taking care of a newborn can be both joyful and challenging.
Meaning
The term generally describes an infant who is just beginning its life outside the womb.
Synonyms
- infant
- baby
- neonate
