chicks
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/tʃɪks/
(chick)
young bird
Etymology
Etymology Information
'chick' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ċicc', where 'ċicc' meant 'young bird'. It is related to Dutch 'kuiken' and German 'Kücken'.
Historical Evolution
'ċicc' changed into Middle English forms such as 'chike' or 'chikke' and eventually became the modern English word 'chick'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'young bird', and this core meaning has remained; later (20th century) it developed a secondary slang sense of 'young woman'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'chick': young birds, especially baby chickens or the young of other birds.
The chicks hatched this morning and are staying close to their mother.
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Last updated: 2025/08/14 23:34