infants Definition
- 1a child in the first period of life, typically up to the age of one year
- 2a very young child or baby
Using infants: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "infants" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The hospital has a special unit for premature infants.
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Infants require a lot of care and attention.
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She is a mother of three infants.
infants Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with infants
Example
The country has a high rate of infant mortality.
a manufactured food designed for feeding to babies and infants under 12 months of age, usually prepared for bottle-feeding or cup-feeding from powder or liquid
Example
The doctor recommended switching to infant formula.
a type of car seat designed for infants and young children, usually facing the rear of the car
Example
Make sure the infant seat is properly installed before driving.
Summary: infants in Brief
An 'infant' [ˈɪnfənts] refers to a child in the first year of life, requiring a lot of care and attention. It can also refer to a very young child or baby. Examples include 'The hospital has a special unit for premature infants.' and 'She is a mother of three infants.' Phrases include 'infant mortality,' 'infant formula,' and 'infant seat.'
