little one
noun
plural little ones
: a young child
Need to disguise vegetables in order for your little ones to eat them?—
Redbook
Redbook… the pleasure of exposing a little one to the joy of the moviegoing.—Gene Siskel
Gene SiskelUp to this point their entire stay in San Francisco had been leisurely, what Webb called a "babymoon"—a last chance to chill before another little one arrives.—Alan Shipnuck
Alan ShipnuckExamples of little one in a Sentence
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Amid the album's release, Justin shared several clips and photos on Instagram of billboards and projections in various locations around the world featuring a photo with his 1-year-old son Jack Blues, and himself and his wife, 28, with the little one.
—Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
This is ideal for runners on a budget, and yes, chasing little ones counts!
—Anja Webb, Parents, 5 Sep. 2025
For the discerning, modern-minded parent whose home is designed within an inch of its life, Knoll’s pint-size Barcelona chair ensures that even your little one’s seating adheres to the International Style.
—Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Jarrett said Swift, who used to babysit his daughters, has maintained contact with his family, which has meant the world to his little ones.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
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Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
This is ideal for runners on a budget, and yes, chasing little ones counts!
—Anja Webb, Parents, 5 Sep. 2025
For the discerning, modern-minded parent whose home is designed within an inch of its life, Knoll’s pint-size Barcelona chair ensures that even your little one’s seating adheres to the International Style.
—Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Jarrett said Swift, who used to babysit his daughters, has maintained contact with his family, which has meant the world to his little ones.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
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“Little one.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/little%20one. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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