kiddie

noun

kid·​die ˈki-dē How to pronounce kiddie (audio)
variants or less commonly kiddy
plural kiddies
often attributive
: a small child
a kiddie pool
kiddie rides

Examples of kiddie in a Sentence

It's a scary movie that might not be appropriate for the kiddies. there are plenty of attractions at the state fair that will amuse the kiddies
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The family pool features a water slide, while the splash pad and kiddie pool are only a foot deep. Jalyn Robinson, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2025 What's often forgotten amid the kiddie shenanigans, however, is what the film has to say about the importance of family. 19. Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 27 Nov. 2024 The kiddie splash pool and the shaded kiddie playground are perfect for letting the little ones have fun in the sun. Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025 Unlike smaller kiddie coasters, family coasters are designed to be enjoyed by multiple generations, together. Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for kiddie

Word History

Etymology

kid entry 1

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kiddie was in 1889

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“Kiddie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kiddie. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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