little one

noun

plural little ones
: a young child
Need to disguise vegetables in order for your little ones to eat them?Redbook
… the pleasure of exposing a little one to the joy of the moviegoing.Gene Siskel
Up to this point their entire stay in San Francisco had been leisurely, what Webb called a "babymoon"—a last chance to chill before another little one arrives.Alan Shipnuck

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The nature center also offers adventures for little ones, including a dig pit, a bird blind, easy trails, and programming for toddlers and elementary-aged children. Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025 Other photos showed the new mom and dad cradling their little one — and even a photo of their dog greeting the newest member of the family. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 12 Sep. 2025 Plus, the best pieces have a sleek design that can grow with your little one and their hobbies. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2025 So those traveling with kids may be more comfortable in a larger hotel with more diversions for little ones. Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for little one

Word History

First Known Use

1509, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of little one was in 1509

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“Little one.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/little%20one. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.

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