Newborn
'njuːbɔːrn
Definitions
2 meaningsRecently born; newly arrived.
'njuːbɔːrn
Recently born
The doctor examined the newborn's vital signs.
💡 Simply: Imagine a brand-new baby, fresh out of the oven! That's a newborn. Like, "The newborn was so tiny, it fit in my hands."
👶 For kids: A newborn is a baby that was just born!
More Examples
The parents were overjoyed to welcome their newborn daughter.
Newborn babies require special care and attention.
How It's Used
"The hospital provides specialized care for newborn infants."
"The family celebrated the arrival of their newborn baby."
A baby or infant that has just been born.
'njuːbɔːrn
A baby that has recently been born.
The hospital provided a special unit for newborns.
💡 Simply: A newborn is just another word for a baby that’s just been born. Think of a tiny baby, fresh out of the hospital!
👶 For kids: A newborn is a baby that was just born!
More Examples
The mother carefully held her newborn in her arms.
Newborns require frequent feedings.
How It's Used
"The nursery cared for the newborns."
"The clinic specializes in caring for newborns and their mothers."
From Old English *nīewe* (new) + *geboren* (born), reflecting the concept of being recently brought into existence.
The term 'newborn' has been used in English since at least the 14th century, reflecting the universal experience of childbirth.
Memory tip
Think of a *new*ly *born* baby – fresh, new beginnings!