What does youngling mean?
Youngling means (archaic) Young; youthful..
Youngling
/ˈjʌŋlɪŋ/ · adjective
Meaning
(archaic) Young; youthful..
Definitions by Sense
- (archaic) Young; youthful.
- A young person, animal, or plant; chit.
Example Sentences
2005 May 19, George Lucas, “Star Wars: Episode III ”, “Revenge of the Sith”, Lucasfilm Obi-Wan Kenobi: I have seen a security hologram of him...killing younglings.
More dear […] than younglings to their dam.
He will not be so willing, I think, to join with you, as with us younglings.
No eagle-child have I seen being taught to fly by its parents. That is why younglings will not open their wings until driven by hunger.
Synonyms for youngling
Antonyms for youngling
Related Words
Word Forms
- more youngling
- most youngling
- younglings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for youngling?
Common synonyms include child, youngling, baby-faced, juvenile.
What is the opposite of youngling?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use youngling in a sentence?
2005 May 19, George Lucas, “Star Wars: Episode III ”, “Revenge of the Sith”, Lucasfilm Obi-Wan Kenobi: I have seen a security hologram of him...killing younglings.
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