Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

filhote

noun
/fi’lʎɔ.tʃi/
Definition
A young or baby animal, especially one that has not yet reached maturity.
Examples
  • The puppy is just a filhote and relies on its mother for food.
  • We saw many filhotes at the animal shelter waiting for adoption.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘filhote’ refers to the young of certain animal species, often used for puppies, kittens, or any offspring that is still dependent on its parents.
Synonyms
  • filhote de animal
  • jovem
  • cria