infant Definition
- 1a very young child or baby, especially one that has not yet begun to walk or talk
- 2involving or intended for babies
Using infant: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "infant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The hospital has a special unit for premature infants.
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She gave birth to a healthy infant boy.
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Infant mortality rates have decreased significantly in recent years.
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The store sells infant clothing and accessories.
infant Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with infant
a manufactured food designed for feeding to babies and infants under 12 months of age, usually prepared by mixing with water
Example
The doctor recommended switching to an infant formula due to the baby's lactose intolerance.
a type of car seat designed for use by infants and young children, usually facing the rear of the car
Example
The parents installed the infant seat in the back of the car before taking their newborn home from the hospital.
a type of massage therapy designed for babies and infants, often used to promote relaxation and improve sleep
Example
The new mother attended a class on infant massage to learn techniques for soothing her fussy baby.
Origins of infant
from Latin 'infans', meaning 'not speaking'
Summary: infant in Brief
An 'infant' [ˈɪnfənt] is a very young child or baby who has not yet begun to walk or talk. It can also refer to things involving or intended for babies, such as 'infant clothing' or 'infant formula.' Examples include 'The hospital has a special unit for premature infants' and 'Infant mortality rates have decreased significantly in recent years.'
