kiddo

noun

kid·​do ˈki-(ˌ)dō 

plural kiddos

1

—used as a familiar form of address

you'll be OK, kiddo

2

: child, kid

Synonyms of kiddo

• kid
• child

Examples of kiddo in a Sentence

let's go out to a restaurant where there won't be any screaming kiddos running around

Recent Examples on the Web

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, 12 Aug. 2026

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Next week, as the kiddos head back to school, be sure to pack a big water bottle. — Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 8 Aug. 2026

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Word History

Etymology

kid entry 1

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for kiddo

• widow

Kids Definition

kiddo

noun

kid·​do ˈkid-(ˌ)ō 

: child sense 2, kid