WEANLINGS Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

weanlings

noun

plural of weanling

as in neonates

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Noun

Males guard the eggs and newborn frogs, called neonates.

— Ana V. Longo, The Conversation, 24 June 2026
There have been publications about nicotine transmission and neonates after blood transfusion.

— Torie Bosch, STAT, 1 June 2026

Definition of neonates

Noun

Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, told the Inquirer that infants can catch measles after birth or be born with it if their mother is sick and develops a rash within 10 days of giving birth.

— Finch Walker, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
In places where infants have a high risk of measles exposure, health authorities sometimes recommend an early dose of the vaccine for babies starting at 6 months old.

— Erika Edwards, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of infants

Noun

The proud mom shared pictures of her and Green cuddling their little one in the hospital room, concealing the newborn’s face in the snaps.

— Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026
Authorities told the news outlet that Brown was a family friend to the newborn's family and took the child when his mother fell asleep.

— Dan Raby, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of newborn

Noun

Police have linked juveniles to about 60% of carjackings in the district as of 2025, NBC4 Washington reported.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 26 Aug. 2026
This image captures two juveniles peering from their father’s mouth, revealing the specialized mouthbrooding strategy that helps this species increase the survival of its young.

— Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of juveniles

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This age group is the most profitable for childcare providers, as the larger class sizes of pre-K children subsidize the cost of caring for infants and toddlers.

— Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Aug. 2026
Pampers also offers a size 7 (41+ pounds) for bigger toddlers.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of toddlers

Noun

In 2023, youngsters between the ages of 9 and 12 averaged six hours a day excluding school.

— Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
He was involved with NASA and the Optimus Prime Spinoff Award, which is presented each year to youngsters studying space, science, technology and math.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of youngsters

Noun

In the center of town, check out Inquiring Minds Bookstore for used and new books with a great kids’ section or Enoki for an eclectic mix of Asian pantry items and vintage clothing.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
Meanwhile, Sky had a plan for Bake Off that would involve ditching spin-off series, including the professionals and kids’ versions.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2026

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