young

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having lived or existed for only a short time and not old:

young adults/children

His girlfriend's very young.

The trees in this part of the forest are still fairly young.

Philippa is the youngest person in the family.

Angela is two years younger than Clare.

used after someone's name to show that they are the younger of two people who have the same name, especially a father and son:

He played a large part in the administration of George Bush the Younger.

suitable for young people:

young fashion/ideas

a bit/too young Be honest now - do you think this dress is a bit/too young for me (= is more suitable for someone younger)?

to look younger than you really are:

I'm told that I look young for my age.

young people considered together as a group:

I have nothing against miniskirts, but I think they're strictly for the young.

the babies of an animal:

Meanwhile, the mother flies back to the nest to feed her young.

(esp. of something living) at an early stage of development or existence; not old:

Young children should not be left alone at home.

I work with wonderful young people mostly in their late teens.

The new law creates a new driver’s license for those as young as 14.

young people in general:

Society can provide the young with valuable opportunities to help their communities.

Young are the babies of an animal:

The bird flew back to the nest to feed her young.