TODDLERS Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

toddlers

noun

plural of toddler

as in infants

a young child who is just learning to walk

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Recent Examples of toddlers For families Although there is no flat rule, Tea Trails encourage older children rather than toddlers—partly so that peace and quiet is maintained, and partly because walks are the main activity. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 While Mattel’s Hot Wheels were hot and its party card game Uno attracted new fans last holiday season, the company’s Fisher-Price line, which makes educational toys for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, has lagged along with Barbie dolls. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026 Bean Found as an emaciated stray eating trash at a gas station in Nogales, Mexico, Bean is now a healthy rescue pug who has never met a stranger and adores spending time with cats, kittens, babies, and toddlers. — Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2026 The collection features plaid and floral dresses for girls and toddlers that mirror the line’s staples. — Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 28 Sep. 2026 Available now, the free update features one new hairstyle, three adult hairstyles now available for kids and three new CAS assets for toddlers. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026 Best baby bath accessories Make bath time just a little simpler and with a few less tears by using this bath pitcher with a two-in-one design for newborns to toddlers. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026 There is also additional information for parents bringing toddlers or babies, and more information for people who need medical accommodations. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026 Meanwhile, the country’s broader system of early-childhood support would remain broken, leaving babies and toddlers at risk. — Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2026

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Noun

Young infants have relatively large heads and limited head and neck control.

— Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
While Mattel’s Hot Wheels were hot and its party card game Uno attracted new fans last holiday season, the company’s Fisher-Price line, which makes educational toys for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, has lagged along with Barbie dolls.

— Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of infants

Noun

In the winter months of 1973, kids were taking flashlights to the pitch-black bus stops in the morning.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
The former Panthers running back said youth sports give kids a platform to find belonging and purpose among their peers.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of kids

Noun

Carter’s is considered North America’s largest and most-enduring apparel company, catering to newborns up to size 14, and one of America’s oldest brands, period.

— David Moin, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026
But many also can’t afford the childcare rates for newborns, which tend to be particularly high.

— Megan Kuykendoll, The Conversation, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of newborn

Noun

Told from a baby’s perspective, the Nickelodeon classic kept the action at ground (or carpet) level, offering a hilarious exploration of how tykes perceive and process adult concepts.

— Madeline Boardman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Aug. 2026
Now that these lovable chaos agents are joined by all manner of fearsome, gelatinous people-eaters, parents might be wondering whether to have their youngest tykes sit this installment out.

— Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of tykes

Noun

That’s the journey, and process for all the Dolphins’ youngsters — first-, second- and some third-year players — on this year’s rebuilding team.

— Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 4 Oct. 2026
One of the acts that made a big impression on the youngsters was the Allen Tolbert Unit, whose namesake would captivate them by buzzing up and down his guitar fretboard like a hummingbird in flight.

— Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of youngsters

Noun

Critics note the change would mean the sun rises an hour later on winter mornings, leaving more children traveling to school and commuters, construction workers, farmers and others heading to work before daylight.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
There’s his drop-dead gorgeous spouse, a huge welcoming home, darling children, and a pillar-of-the-community job that gives him a clean conscience.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of children

Noun

If this morning's College GameDay was any indication, maybe watch the game on mute if the kiddos aren't in bed yet.

— Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2026
The set has 825 pieces, and once it’s built, kiddos can display the finished product in their room, perhaps next to a Huntrix light stick.

— Anja Webb, Parents, 18 Sep. 2026

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