variants or less commonly kiddy
plural kiddies
Synonyms of kiddienext
often attributive
: a small child
a kiddie pool
kiddie rides

Examples of kiddie in a Sentence

It's a scary movie that might not be appropriate for the kiddies. there are plenty of attractions at the state fair that will amuse the kiddies
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One option is to set your grow bags in a kiddie pool — hard sided is best. Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026 Shuckle Bucks are an easy way to pay and play any activities not covered under general admission such as face painting, cow train, corn cannon, kiddie zip line and more. Katie Nixon, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025 For example, this inflatable kiddie pool and activity center is almost $40 off! Parents, 23 June 2026 Inside, there are kiddie, teen and adult rooms, meeting and relaxation areas, a café with indoor and outdoor seating, a sunroom, and even a low-sensory dark room for those who benefit from that. John Wenzel, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kiddie

Word History

Etymology

kid entry 1

First Known Use

1889, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kiddie was in 1889

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“Kiddie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kiddie. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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