youngster

noun

young·​ster ˈyəŋ(k)-stər How to pronounce youngster (audio)
Synonyms of youngsternext
1
a
: a young person : youth
b
: child
2
: a young animal or plant especially of a domesticated or cultivated breed or type

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As a youngster, he was very shy. bright-eyed youngsters interested in learning
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The once-ubiquitous men’s accessory of yesteryear has found new legions of fans among stylish youngsters and luxury brands in recent seasons. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026 In 272 of Jonathan’s genes, many tied to the cells’ power-generating mitochondria, the switches’ chemical tags stayed as orderly as in a youngster. — Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 7 Oct. 2026 The stakes are high for both because Harkness is seeking the youngster under Lamb’s protection and Lamb would like to put a stop to the forces currently hunting down his former and current Joes. — Scott Tobias, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2026 However, the youngster scowled at the suggestion that Argentina might face a trophy-less era following Messi's retirement. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for youngster

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of youngster was in 1589

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youngster

noun
young·​ster ˈyəŋ(k)-stər How to pronounce youngster (audio)
1
: a young person : youth
2
: child sense 2a
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