Gadit

baby

Definitions (3)
1A very young child, especially one newly or recently born.
The baby slept peacefully in the crib.
She cradled the baby in her arms.
They are expecting a baby in the spring.
2A term of endearment for a loved one, often used between partners.
He called her 'baby' as they danced.
She whispered 'goodnight, baby' before hanging up.
They always refer to each other as 'baby'.
3The youngest member of a group or family.
He's the baby of the family, always getting extra attention.
As the baby of the team, she was often teased.
Being the baby of the group, he was always looked after.
Idioms & expressions
throw the baby out with the bathwater, To discard something valuable or essential while trying to get rid of something unwanted.
baby steps, Small, gradual progress or actions taken towards a goal.
Word Origin
Language
Middle English
Original word
baban
Originally meant
infant, young child
Background
The word 'baby' is believed to have originated from the repetitive sounds made by infants, which were mimicked by adults. It has been used in English since the late Middle Ages.