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weanling

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Any young mammal that has been recently weaned.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

noun

Meaning 2

Specifically, a human child that has been recently weaned.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • In developing countries, weanlings are most at risk of malnutrition.

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3

noun

Meaning 3

Specifically, a young horse that has been weaned from its mother, but is less than one year old (usually 5-12 months old).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The weanling was sold to the local horse dealer.

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History

Etymology

From wean + -ling.