kiddo

noun

kid·​do ˈki-(ˌ)dō How to pronounce kiddo (audio)
plural kiddos
Synonyms of kiddonext
1
used as a familiar form of address
you'll be OK, kiddo
2
: child, kid

Examples of kiddo in a Sentence

let's go out to a restaurant where there won't be any screaming kiddos running around
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Explore the waterways on kayaks and paddle boards, and let the kiddos play at the arcade and the new mini-golf course. Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026 Adding a Tex-Mex twist to an all time favorite, our Green Chile Mac and Cheese With Chicken is the perfect way to sneak some greens and protein into your kiddos' meal. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026 An oversized canopy folds down to almost entirely shade your kiddo from the sun. Erica Zazo, Outside, 20 Feb. 2026 There are good times to be had with upcoming Chick-fil-A store openings in Indiana, especially for kiddos. Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 19 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for kiddo

Word History

Etymology

kid entry 1

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of kiddo was in 1905

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“Kiddo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kiddo. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

kiddo

noun
kid·​do ˈkid-(ˌ)ō How to pronounce kiddo (audio)
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