plural offspring
1
: a person's child
The disease can be transmitted from parent to offspring.
The show is about two couples and the adventures of their rebellious offspring.
2
: the young of an animal or plant
The colt is the offspring of two racing champions.
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“Offspring.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/offspring. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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