kiddo

noun

kid·​do ˈki-(ˌ)dō How to pronounce kiddo (audio)
plural kiddos
1
used as a familiar form of address
you'll be OK, kiddo
2
: child, kid

Examples of kiddo in a Sentence

let's go out to a restaurant where there won't be any screaming kiddos running around
Recent Examples on the Web The two sat in the front row, with the stylish kiddo rocking a white dress paired with a blue varsity jacket. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 19 Apr. 2024 Before the vegetable-hating kiddos in the audience start celebrating, Catherine Roberts, the in-house reporter who wrote the article for Consumer Reports, emphasized to USA TODAY that Consumer Reports is in no way saying folks should start avoiding the produce aisle all together. Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 19 Apr. 2024 Hit the beach where kiddos can splash about, paddle board, or enjoy a nice barbecue by the sea. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2024 Available in nearly 20 color options, there’s a color pattern for every kiddo’s style. Staff Author, Parents, 13 Apr. 2024 For those of you just joining us, Meredith spends part of her time in Seattle trying to get funding for her Alzheimer’s research and the other part of the time with her kiddos and Nick (Scott Speedman) in Boston. Lincee Ray, EW.com, 12 Apr. 2024 Trending Stories 2024 Readers' Choice Awards Survey The World's 14 Coolest Underwater Hotels Where to Go for a Less-Crowded European Summer Fortunately, many of the same ear-clearing tips and tricks that apply to adults also can work for kiddos. Blane Bachelor, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2024 Gingerbread loves kiddos and is also dog-friendly to docile companions. Teryn Jones and, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2024 The kiddos impressed their athlete dad with their abilities. Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 29 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

kid entry 1

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of kiddo was in 1905

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“Kiddo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kiddo. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

kiddo

noun
kid·​do ˈkid-(ˌ)ō How to pronounce kiddo (audio)
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