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单词 infancies
释义

infancy

noun

in·​fan·​cy ˈin-fən(t)-sē How to pronounce infancy (audio)
plural infancies
1
: early childhood
2
: a beginning or early period of existence
3
: the legal status of an infant

Example Sentences

She was often sick during her infancy. a skill developed in infancy She has been a member of the church since its infancy.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

infancy

noun

in·​fan·​cy ˈin-fən-sē How to pronounce infancy (audio)
plural infancies
1
: the first stage of a child's life : early childhood
2
: a beginning or early period of existence
The program is in its infancy.

Medical Definition

infancy

noun

in·​fan·​cy ˈin-fən-sē How to pronounce infancy (audio)
plural infancies
1
: early childhood
2
: the legal status of an infant

Legal Definition

infancy

noun

in·​fan·​cy ˈin-fən-sē How to pronounce infancy (audio)
plural infancies
1
: the legal status of an infant : minority
2
: the affirmative defense of lacking legal capacity (as to make a contract or commit a crime) because of being too young and especially because one's age is below an age set by statute

infancies

noun

plural of infancy
as in manhoods

Synonyms & Similar Words

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