ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Toddler

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈtɑdlɚ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Toddler is a noun meaning A young child who has started walking but not fully mastered it, typically between one and three years old.

Meaning

A young child who has started walking but not fully mastered it, typically between one and three years old.

More Meanings

  1. One unsteady on their feet.

Example Sentences

I can't believe Vanessa's baby is now a toddler already!
He is sixty-five years old if he is a fortnight, while the girl has only just done with her dolls,and hos no more love for the toothless old toddler than I have for Mammy Wombat, the black gin.
One inexpensive possibility is to purchase a toddler seat that can be placed on your current carriage. There are seats especially designed for that purpose, with seat belts and all. Some toddlers enjoy their high perch, but safety is a concern with these seats.

Word Forms

Synonyms for toddler

Depending on context, synonyms include ankle-biter, preschooler, rugrat, sproglet, squirt, tyke.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include bambino, yearling, baby, childhood, child, kiddo.

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