kindergartners

noun

variants also kindergarteners
plural of kindergartner
as in preschoolers

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  1. toddlers
  2. infants
  3. kids
  4. minors
Noun
  • The prosecutor argued the beatings basically never stopped, claiming footage showed nannies beating one child, then turning their violence toward any of the other toddlers who wept while watching.
    — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Below, shop some of the top toys for kids of all ages, including imaginative toys for preschoolers, interactive toys for big kids and toys focused on learning and development for babies and toddlers.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of toddlers
Noun
  • But the low rates of protection among adults in the community also mean vulnerable infants are more likely to be born without protective maternal antibodies.
    — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026
  • In the wake of the case, Fort Worth police are reminding residents about the Texas Safe Haven Law, which allows parents to anonymously surrender unharmed infants.
    — Star-Telegram staff, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of infants
Noun
  • The South is cheapest for young kids For families with young children, annual costs are lowest across much of the South.
    — Martie Bowser, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • When Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour stopped in London in 2024, the Prince of Wales wanted a photo with his kids and the world-famous singer.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of kids
Noun
  • While existing law prevents health care providers from providing gender affirming procedures for minors, the bill would bar them from performing, attempting to perform, or referring a minor for this care.
    — Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of minors
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