young
young
jʌng
yang
British pronunciation
/jʌŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "young"in English

01

still in the earlier stages of life, not old

young definition and meaning
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He has a young brother who is learning to walk.
Young people today are more environmentally conscious than ever.
1.1

in the initial phase of existence or development

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The young startup company was already attracting significant attention from investors.
The young business showed promising growth in its first year.
1.2

exhibiting qualities associated with youth, such as energy, vitality, and freshness

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Her young spirit and enthusiasm inspired everyone around her.
His young outlook on life kept him open to new experiences and adventures.
02

describing crops that are harvested at an early stage of development, before they reach complete maturity

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The young carrots were tender and sweet, perfect for a fresh salad.
Farmers often harvest young peas to ensure they are crisp and flavorful.
03

not tried or tested by experience

Young
01

an animal in its early stages of development, typically before reaching maturity

young definition and meaning
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The mother bear was fiercely protective of her young as they ventured out of the den for the first time.
The bird carefully fed its young with insects and worms.
02

young people collectively

young definition and meaning
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The young of today are more tech-savvy than any previous generation.
The organization aims to provide educational opportunities for the young in underprivileged communities.
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