hatchling

[ˈhætʃlɪŋ]

hatchling Definition

a recently hatched bird, reptile, or fish.

Using hatchling: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hatchling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The beach was closed to protect the hatchlings.

  • Example

    The hatchlings were released into the wild.

  • Example

    The mother bird was feeding her hatchlings.

hatchling Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hatchling

Phrases with hatchling

  • a baby turtle that has just hatched from its egg

    Example

    The volunteers helped the turtle hatchlings make their way to the sea.

  • a baby bird that has just hatched from its egg

    Example

    The mother bird was keeping her hatchlings warm in the nest.

  • a baby fish that has just hatched from its egg

    Example

    The hatchery released thousands of fish hatchlings into the river.

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Summary: hatchling in Brief

A 'hatchling' [ˈhætʃlɪŋ] is a recently hatched bird, reptile, or fish. It is commonly used to refer to baby turtles, birds, and fish, as in 'The beach was closed to protect the hatchlings.'