the younger

noun

1

—used in comparing the ages of two people who are members of the same family

He's the younger of her two brothers.

2

—used to refer to the younger of two people (such as a father and son) who have the same name

the painters Hans Holbein the Elder and his son Hans Holbein the Younger

Examples of the younger in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Green, ever the veteran simply outlasted the younger fighter. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Mason Miley, the younger brother of Lewis, has signed his first professional contract with Newcastle United. — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Their dog was found alive, which gave the younger Eliezer Alfonzo hope. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026

Despite their tenure, they’re not forecast to totally shut down until 2064, when the younger crossing is almost 90 years old. — Mark Dee july 3, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026