babyhood
|ba-by-hood|
B2
/ˈbeɪbiˌhʊd/
early life stage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'babyhood' originates from the English word 'baby' combined with the suffix '-hood', where 'baby' refers to a very young child and '-hood' denotes a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'baby' changed from the Middle English word 'babi' and eventually became the modern English word 'baby'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of being a baby', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the period or state of being a baby.
She often reminisces about her daughter's babyhood.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40